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Irish Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
McGuinness' hilarious reaction to Jimmy's Winning Matches after meeting singer
Jim McGuinness told the singer of the famous 'Jimmy's Winning Matches' song that it had his head 'melted' after meeting him. Rory Gallagher from Rory and the Island told of McGuinness' reaction to the song in a social media post this week ahead of the All-Ireland final between Donegal and Kerry. He wrote: "I remember all those years ago Jim McGuinness coming up to me, putting his arm around me and whispering gently into my ear: 'See that song you wrote, it has my head melted!' It got even worse for him when RTE then made a comedy sketch of him walking around Donnybrook and everyone running up to him shouting 'Jimmy's Winning Matches!' as he kept trying to walk away faster!" "But to be honest I think this genuinely stems from his modesty, he always pushes how brilliant the team are and that they do the harder work, and deserve all the credit. "This is why in the 2024 revamp version I released I changed the final chorus lyrics to 'The Team are Winning Matches' . "However, when we see the effect he has had since his return as Donegal manager this past 2 years nobody can deny there is something very special about Jim McGuinness, so even if he gets modestly embarrassed by the song ... it's his own fault... for just constantly Winning Matches!" Rory appeared on Saturday's Up for the Match on RTE and will play at Dtwo in Dublin on Sunday following the final at 7pm.
Irish Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
RTE's Up for the Match sees Hollywood A-listers nail their colours to the mast
Hollywood actors Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker will be cheering on Donegal against Kerry in Sunday's All-Ireland Senior Football Championship final. The couple have seen All-Ireland final fever take over Donegal first hand in recent weeks while they spend time in their holiday home in the county. Broderick appeared on RTÉ's Up for the Match on Saturday night and told Marty Morrissey that he has the green and yellow bunting up, as well as a Donegal flag sticking out of his car. 'It just started because my parents came here, they were driving around and they ended up stopping here. They rented a house, and did it again and again, then they bought a little house," he told of his love of Donegal. 'They brought me and my sisters here and we spent summers here from when I was maybe 10 years old . 'My father loved sport and he loved coming here particularly. He would always come and watch the matches. "After he died, there was a little fund set up to help the youngsters here, the under 14s and somebody decided to make a cup and make a match to win it, the Broderick Cup." He added: "The whole county has been crazy the last two weeks that I've been here. We have flags up in our yard and we have one sticking out of our car. I've seen green and yellow cars going by and so it's very exciting to be here and be a little part of it. It is very fun for me." Broderick was asked how he would feel if Donegal won the All-Ireland and responded by saying: "I'll be very, very excited. That would be fantastic. Of course, I want Kerry to do well too." He laughed: "I want them both to win. Is that possible? I absolutely want Donegal to win."
Extra.ie
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Hollywood star shows his support for Donegal ahead of football final
Hollywood royalty Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker will be amongst those shouting for Donegal as they take on Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Football Championships on Sunday afternoon. Jim McGuinness' men take on Jack O'Connor's lads in an Ulster v Munster All Ireland taking place at Croke Park at 3.30pm on Sunday. The football final comes just one week following Cork's devastating 15-point loss against Tipperary in the All Ireland Senior Hurling Championship final. Jim McGuinness' men take on Jack O'Connor's lads in an Ulster v Munster All Ireland taking place at Croke Park at 3.30pm on Sunday. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile Jacqui Hurley and Des Cahill presented RTÉ's annual Up for the Match on Saturday night with Anna Geary reporting live from Rathmore, Co Kerry while Marty Whelan was with supporters in Towney, Co Dublin. Ferris Buellers' Day Off star Matthew was amongst the Donegal supporters talking about his late parents James and Patricia Broderick. Kilcar in Donegal host an underage GAA tournament in memory of the pair, who were big supporters of the local club. Hollywood royalty Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker will be amongst those shouting for Donegal as they take on Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Football Championships on Sunday afternoon. Pic: RTÉ Matthew has been visiting Donegal since his childhood, with the tradition expanding to himself and wife Sarah Jessica Parker, who still regularly come to Donegal, where they have their won family cottage. The RTÉ show came ahead of the culmination of the football calendar on Sunday afternoon with all roads leading to Croker for the biggest football showcase of the year. Kerry's David Clifford will get the opportunity to cap off what has been one of the best individual inter-county seasons in recent memory and all a second All-Ireland title to his growing legacy. The county colours for both teams is green and gold, with Kerry set to line out in the away blue shirt while Donegal will don their white ensemble. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile For Donegal, Jim McGuinness and Michael Murphy returned in hopes to bring a talented group back to the top of Ulster and potentially add a third All-Ireland title to their belt. The final comes as Kerry beat Armagh and Donegal overcame Meath two weeks earlier. Sunday will appear quite different for the two teams who last met in a final back in 2014 as both counties will play in alternate strips on the day. The county colours for both teams is green and gold, with Kerry set to line out in the away blue shirt while Donegal will don their white ensemble.
Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Here's all the ‘Up for the Match' details ahead of Kerry v Donegal on Sunday
In a repeat of the 2014 final, Kerry and Donegal will once again go head-to-head — and Up for the Match will capture all the buzz and excitement in the build-up to Sunday's showdown. The programme promises stories, atmosphere, and pre-match banter from fans and familiar faces. Marty Morrissey will be reporting live from Kilcar, Donegal, where he'll meet the family, friends and clubmates of Ryan and Eoin McHugh, and Patrick McBrearty — all set to feature in the final. Meanwhile, Anna Geary will be in Kerry, catching up with fans at Rathmore GAA Club, the home of Paul Murphy and Shane Ryan. In studio, GAA stalwarts Marc Ó Sé and Eamon McGee will offer their expert analysis and predictions, while the revered Brian McEniffe — affectionately known as the Godfather of Donegal GAA — will also join the discussion. A musical highlight of the night will be the return of the Donegal anthem Jimmy's Winning Matches by Rory & The Island — with a fresh twist in store for viewers. Following last week's memorable Riverdance tribute in county colours, the opening performance promises another surprise to kick off the show. Adding extra excitement to the evening, one lucky viewer and one studio audience member will each receive golden tickets to the final at Croke Park — a chance to witness history as either Kerry or Donegal lift the Sam Maguire Cup. Co-host Jacqui Hurley said: 'A first-ever All-Ireland final between Cork and Tipp was a novelty, but the fans from both counties brought their A-game to the craic. We know from experience that won't be a problem for Kerry and Donegal fans — we're looking forward to a brilliant show with them.' Co-presenter Des Cahill added: 'Last week, we saw the friendly rivalry between the Tipp and Cork fans — I can't wait to see what energy the Kerry and Donegal supporters bring to the studio. We'll have plenty of music, great chats with some GAA football veterans and check in with some of the 80,000 fans that are expected to travel the road to Croker, plus a bit of light entertainment and tunes to settle the nerves.' Up for the Match airs on Saturday, July 26 at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.
BreakingNews.ie
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
RTÉ's Up for the Match to return ahead of All-Ireland football final
RTÉ's Up for the Match will return before Kerry and Donegal go head to head at Croke Park in the All-Ireland football final on Sunday. The programme, which plays on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player from 9:35pm on Saturday, will explore rivalry, music, and tradition ahead of the final. Advertisement In a replay of the 2014 showdown, Kerry will once again face Donegal, with Up for the Match aiming to capture the excitement and share stories and pre-match banter from fans and familiar faces. Marty Morrissey will be live from Kilcar, Co Donegal, meeting the friends, family, and clubmates of Ryan and Eoin McHugh, and Patrick McBrearty, who are all lining out for Sunday's decider. Meanwhile, Anna Geary will be live in Co Kerry, catching up with fans at Rathmore GAA Club, home to Paul Murphy and Shane Ryan. Back in-studio, GAA legends Marc Ó Sé and Eamon McGee will share their insights and predictions for the big day, and the Godfather of Donegal GAA Brian McEniffe will also be in-studio. Advertisement One viewer and a studio audience member will each win golden tickets to witness history in Croke Park as either Kerry or Donegal raise the Sam Maguire Cup. Co-host Jacqui Hurley said: 'A first-ever All-Ireland final between Cork and Tipp was a novelty, but the fans from both counties brought their A-game to the craic. "We know from experience that won't be a problem for Kerry and Donegal fans — we're looking forward to a brilliant show with them.' Co-presenter Des Cahill said: 'Last week, we saw the friendly rivalry between the Tipp and Cork fans — I can't wait to see what energy the Kerry and Donegal supporters bring to the studio. "We'll have plenty of music, great chats with some GAA football veterans and check in with some of the 80,000 fans that are expected to travel the road to Croker, plus a bit of light entertainment and tunes to settle the nerves.'
