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Tyrone captain emphasizes need for strong start in 2027 Gaelic football season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 11:00 PM

Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Tyrone captain emphasizes need for strong start in 2027 Gaelic football season

Summary

Tyrone captain Brian Kennedy stated that the team's primary goal is to secure their place in Gaelic football's premier competition for 2027. He emphasized a need for a strong start to the Division Two league, aiming for a top-four finish to avoid relegation to the Tailteann Cup. Kennedy noted the added competition from teams like Dublin and Monaghan, which recently dropped into Division Two. Despite a mixed performance in 2026, he believes the squad is close to achieving an All-Ireland title, building on their recent playoff appearances. Kennedy's focus is on consistency and preparing for the league's challenges ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Brian Kennedy calls for Tyrone to secure 2027 championship spot
•Strong showing in Division Two league is essential
•Dublin and Monaghan add to Division Two competition
•Tyrone aims to build on past playoff successes
•Kennedy emphasizes the need for consistency and urgency

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11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Tyrone must 'hit ground running in 2027' - Kennedy

What they're saying

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Tyrone captain Brian Kennedy feels the Red Hands can "absolutely" win an All-Ireland title, securing their spot in Gaelic football's blue riband competition for 2027 is the first objective.
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