Diarmuid O'Connor returns for Mayo in time for Kerry showdown

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Mayo GAA senior football manager Kevin McStay has made two changes to his side to face All-Ireland champions Kerry tomorrow (Saturday) evening at Hasttings Insurance MacHale Park (7.30 p.m.)

Castlebar Mitchell's Donnacha McHugh comes into the starting fifteen in defence in place of Jack Coyne, who played for UL in the Sigerson final midweek.

The other change see Ballintubber's Diarmuid O'Connor return to midfield to partner Matthew Ruane with Westport's Fionn McDonagh moving into the half forward line in place of Jack Carney.

Colm Reape continues in goal with David McBrien, Enda Hession, Rory Brickenden, Stephen Coen and Conor Loftus all retaining their places in defence.

Castlebar Mitchels' youngster Bob Tuohy and Crossmolina Deel Rovers Jordan Flynn now partner McDonagh in the half forward line.

After impressing against Armagh, Aidan O'Shea is named again at corner forward with Ardagh's James Carr and sharpshooter Ryan O'Donoghue completing an impressive full forward line.

Stephen Coen will be captain on the day.

This game is live on TG4 Sport with live commentary from Michael D McAndrew and Colm Boyle also on Midwest Radio.

Tyrone native Sean Hurson has been confirmed as the referee.

Mayo GAA will have live updates across all social media platforms on Saturday evening.

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Mayo starting 15 are as follows:

1. Cormac Reape, Knockmore

2. David McBrien, Ballaghaderreen

3. Rory Brickenden, Westport

4. Enda Hession, Garrymore

5. Stephen Coen, Hollymount/Carramore

6. Conor Loftus, Crossmolina Deel Rovers

7. Donnacha McHugh, Castlebar Mitchels

8. Matthew Ruane, Breaffy

9. Diarmuid O'Connor, Ballintubber

10. Fionn McDonagh, Westport

11. Bob Tuohy, Castlebar Mitchels

12. Jordan Flynn, Crossmolina Deel Rovers

13. Aidan O'Shea, Breaffy

14. James Carr, Ardagh

15. Ryan O'Donughue, Belmullet.

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