The inaugural Tailteann Cup has had a major impact on the football Qualifiers. Gone is the chance to gain vital momentum with a few confidence-boosting wins against so-called lesser opposition.
Division One outfits Mayo and Monaghan go head-to-head in a fascinating battle in the first round of this year’s All-Ireland Qualifiers.
Both teams were fancied for provincial honours earlier in the season.
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Monaghan were pipped by Tyrone in last season’s Ulster decider in Croke Park while Mayo lost out to the Red Hands in the All-Ireland final.
However, James Horan’s side lost out to Connacht rivals Galway in their provincial opener.
The Farney impressed in their Ulster SFC quarter-final win, hitting 0-23 against Down in Clones. However, they suffered a four-point loss to Derry in the semi-final in the Athletic Grounds.
Mayo claimed a two-point win in St Tiernach’s Park when the sides met in Division One earlier in the season, but Seamus McEnaney’s men will be keen to bounce back from their defeat to Derry.
Here's more info on Saturday’s All-Ireland SFC round one Qualifier and how to watch it…
When and where is the game?
Mayo vs Monaghan is on Saturday, June 4 in Hastings Insurance MacHale Park in Castlebar.
What time is throw-in?
Saturday’s game starts at 4pm.
Where can I watch it?
Sky Sports Arena are broadcasting the game live.
Betting odds
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Mayo 4/9
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Draw 15/2
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Monaghan 5/2
Belfast Live Sport best bet
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Double result: Draw half-time, Mayo full-time 10/1
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