Robbie Brennan has played down increased expectations on 2025 All-Ireland semi-finalists Meath, pointing out that just 12 months ago they were tipped for Division 2 relegation. "It's a bit of a tricky one and I think probably the balance is somewhere in between. The great unknown is what sort of impact playing at Croke Park while Pairc Tailteann's EUR21m redevelopment work is taking place will have on the Royals. "I think we'd all rather be in Pairc Tailteann, that's the truth of it, but I suppose a close second is getting into Croke Park again," said Brennan. Brennan described Division 2 this season as 'stacked' with Tyrone and Derry favourites for promotion.

Source: Irish Examiner January 22, 2026 13:27 UTC