The pinnacle of Gaelic football is the All-Ireland Final, and the 2025 instalment will be a showdown of styles, history, and goals. Ireland and international fans are preparing for what could become a modern masterpiece with anticipation building. This guide contains everything you need to know about the biggest event on the GAA calendar, including transportation schedules and team bios.
All-Ireland Final
The GAA scheduled the 2025 All-Ireland Football Final for Sunday, August 31. Croke Park in Dublin was reconfirmed as the venue. More than 82,300 people will enter, and millions more around the globe are expected to view it. To ensure a safe and seamless matchday experience, officials began making arrangements weeks in advance.
Kerry and Derry
Kerry and Derry employed grit, strategy, and determination to reach the final. He beat Dublin in a tense and dramatic semi-final. Derry shocked Armagh with a late flourish that turned the game in their direction. The two counties have varied histories: Derry dreams of lifting a second title to replicate its 1993 triumph, while Kerry looks for its 39th.
Key Players of Final
Some of Gaelic football’s finest players will be on display in the final.
Kerry’s talisman, David Clifford, consistently impresses with his composure, accuracy, and leadership. Fans already consider him to be one of the greatest players of all time.
Shane McGuigan counters Derry and leads their attack with cool-headed play and clinical finishing. Conor Glass, a midfield powerhouse, provides Derry with balance and presence.
Throughout the championship, managers have relied on these essential players to lead, and they now anticipate another outstanding performance on the world’s largest sports stage.
How to Watch the Final
GAA supporters worldwide can keep up with the action via a number of official channels:
In Ireland, RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player will provide free live coverage.
For UK viewers, Sky Sports Arena will cover live and offer in-depth analysis.
GAAGO will broadcast the game for fans worldwide, featuring multilingual commentary.
For pitch-side live commentary, radio listeners can listen to RTÉ Radio 1.
By 2:30 PM, pre-match coverage will begin on all platforms, featuring behind-the-scenes video, tactical analysis, and interviews.
Ticketing Details
Shortly after their release, all of the final tickets were sold out. The GAA provided tickets via clubs, county boards, and a restricted online public sale. Adults pay €90 for tickets, while children and seniors receive discounted prices.
The GAA offered a public alternative for supporters who did not have tickets to view the final by creating specially designated fan areas with large screens in Dublin’s city centre and across various counties.
Tactical Matchups
Underneath the chaos, expect chess. Kerry will likely apply a great deal of pressure to the ball and attempt to win it down the middle as quickly as possible. With constant runs and clever movement, their strikers will challenge Derry’s deep-lying defenders.
Derry are focused on structure and possession. Padraig McGrogan and Eoin McEvoy will be their workhorses both in offence and defence. The battle for midfield between Conor Glass and Jack Barry could be the key. The tempo will be dictated by whoever controls the air and the breaking ball.
Security and Transport
For the finale, Dublin City Council and Gardaí implemented their extensive security measures. The entire day, officers would monitor public transport centres and control pedestrian flow around Croke Park. Road closures would commence very early in the morning, so officials recommended spectators use the bus, train, or LUAS service instead.
To keep people safe and prevent overcrowding, the Gardaí also announced that they would patrol the fan zones and hospitality zones more frequently. Information booths, toilets, and first-aid facilities will also be present at multiple locations near the stadium.
