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TEAM NEWS: Jack Barry starts at midfield with clubmate O’Connor at wing forward

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Kerry manager Peter Keane has named his starting 15 ahead of tomorrow's eagerly anticipated All-Ireland semi-final against Tyrone.

In the only apparent change from the 22-point victory over Cork in the Munster final on July 25, Na Gaeil clubmates Jack Barry and Diarmuid O’Connor effectively switch positions with Barry listed at No. 9 and O’Connor at No. 10.

O’Connor retired with a knock just 16 minutes into Kerry’s last outing but the Tralee native has recovered to take his place in the side.

Meanwhile, dynamic half forward Dara Moynihan returns to the matchday squad after recovering from a foot injury that ruled him out of the last three matches. The Spa player is listed as No. 26.

Tony Brosnan misses out on the panel, apparently due to an injury he sustained in the gym.

Shane Ryan continues in goal with Brian Ó Beaglaioch, Jason Foley and Tom O’Sullivan manning the full back line.

Team captain Paul Murphy, who was recalled as a replacement for Gavin Crowley last time out, has been named at centre back. Mike Breen and Gavin White will flank him either side.

In attack, O’Connor links up with Paudie Clifford, Stephen O’Brien and Paul Geaney, with Seán O’Shea expected to resume his role alongside David Clifford closer to goal. However, as we have seen so far this season, any of Kerry’s forwards could end up in any position depending on the pattern of play.

Tyrone are expected to name their team tomorrow. For the Ulster final against Monaghan, they released their line-up around three hours before throw-in.

Joint manager Feargal Logan has indicated that despite the squad’s recent COVID issues, all of his players are available for selection.

Kerry team to face Tyrone

1. Shane Ryan (Rathmore)

2. Brian Ó Beaglaoich (An Ghaeltacht)

3. Jason Foley (Ballydonoghue)

4. Tom O’Sullivan (Dingle)

5. Mike Breen (Beaufort)

6. Paul Murphy (Captain - Rathmore)

7. Gavin White (Dr Crokes)

8. David Moran (Kerin’s O’Rahilly’s)

9. Jack Barry (Na Gaeil)

10. Diarmuid O’Connor (Na Gaeil)

11. Seán O’Shea (Kenmare Shamrocks)

12. Stephen O’Brien (Kenmare Shamrocks)

13. David Clifford (Fossa)

14. Paul Geaney (Dingle)

15. Paudie Clifford (Fossa)

Subs: Kieran Fitzgibbon (Kenmare Shamrocks), Adrian Spillane (Templenoe), Tadhg Morley (Templenoe), Gavin Crowley (Templenoe), Killian Spillane (Templenoe), Tommy Walsh (Kerin's O'Rahilly's), Micheál Burns (Dr Crokes), Graham O'Sullivan (Piarsaigh na Dromoda), Jack Sherwood (Firies), Pa Kilkenny (Glenbeigh/Glencar), Dara Moynihan (Spa).

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Clifford brothers to test their game against golf’s elite

Kerry footballers Paudie and David Clifford will take on some of the biggest names in golf when they line out in the Celebrity Pro-Am at the Amgen Irish Open. The […]

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Kerry footballers Paudie and David Clifford will take on some of the biggest names in golf when they line out in the Celebrity Pro-Am at the Amgen Irish Open.

The Fossa brothers will join stars including Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Pádraig Harrington, Séamus Power, and Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald at The K Club next month.
The Pro-Am takes place on Wednesday, September 3, ahead of the main tournament from September 4–7.
Also confirmed for the Pro-Am are Tipperary hurling captain Ronan Maher, rugby star Josh van der Flier and former rugby internationals Johnny Sexton and Tommy Bowe.

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Athletic’s Luke Doolan Signs for Kerry FC

Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic. The 17-year-old forward was a standout performer in the Kerry District League last […]

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Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic.

The 17-year-old forward was a standout performer in the Kerry District League last season and caught the eye with five goals in the Munster Youths Cup.
He also featured for Athletic’s senior team and earned a call-up to the Republic of Ireland Under-18 squad, where he impressed in international friendlies.
Doolan will now train with the Kerry FC first team and play with the club’s Under 20 Academy side. His signing is another boost for the club’s commitment to developing local talent.
Speaking after the move, Luke said: “I’m delighted to have this chance with Kerry FC and I’m looking forward to working with the team. I’m grateful to Colin Healy for the opportunity and I’m excited to play in front of the Kerry supporters.”
First-team manager Colin Healy added: “Luke has trained with us for the last number of weeks and has really impressed. He’s shown a great attitude and hunger to learn. He’s a talented young player and this is the next step for him.”
Kerry FC CEO Billy Dennehy said: “Luke’s journey is similar to many young players who previously had no League of Ireland pathway in Kerry. His progress is a credit to Killarney Athletic and his coaches. We look forward to helping him develop further at the club.”

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