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Dublin Players to Shun Allianz Branding During League Media Duties

The stance responds to the GAA’s decision to keep Allianz as league sponsor after an ethics review warned that ending the deal could carry legal and financial risks.

Overview

  • Both Dublin senior panels plan to avoid Allianz-branded backdrops for interviews throughout the National Leagues.
  • County board officials were informed of the players’ position earlier this week ahead of the teams’ opening fixtures.
  • The protest follows the GAA’s recent confirmation that it will retain its long-running Allianz partnership after an internal review.
  • Pressure on the association has included a petition signed by close to 800 current and former players and county motions citing a UN rapporteur’s report naming Allianz-related companies over links to Gaza.
  • RTÉ reported other counties contacted had no current plans for similar actions, while Allianz has said it holds none of the bonds referenced and has no Middle East-related underwriting.