Overview
- Dublin beat Donegal 2-26 to 2-22 after extra‑time on Sunday to claim a Round 3 spot in the All‑Ireland quarter‑finals.
- Kerry delivered a dominant 4-18 to 0-17 victory over Armagh on Saturday to secure their place in the last eight.
- Down and Wicklow won Tailteann Cup semi‑finals on Saturday, setting a Croke Park final between the counties for 11 July.
- Clare advanced to the hurling semi‑finals but their win was overshadowed by a serious injury to David Reidy that leaves his status uncertain.
- Several games featured late frays, multiple black cards and management decisions over moved frees, raising short‑term selection and disciplinary questions ahead of quarter‑finals.