Exciting Mayo clash headlines FAI Junior Cup round one draw

The first-round fixtures for the FAI Junior Cup have been released, with Mayo football league supporters keen to find their path to national glory.

The headline clash from a Mayo perspective features a thrilling encounter between local football heavyweights, Castlebar Celtic and Ballina Town.

These two giants of the Mayo football scene will face off in what promises to be an electrifying opening round match.

FAI Junior Cup, Round 1 (Mayo Football League, Roscommon DL, and Sligo/Leitrim DSL):

Conn Rangers v Ballisodare United

Straide & Foxford United v St. John's Athletic

Iorras Aontaithe v Ballinasloe Town

Cartron United v Rahara Rovers

Moore United v Carbury FC

Castlebar Celtic v Ballina Town

Dunmore Town v Castlerea Celtic

Strand Celtic v CP Ajax

Merville United v Calry Bohemians

BYES: Ballyheane, Real Tubber, Boyle Celtic, Skyvalley Rovers, Cloonfad United, Westport United, Kiltimagh Knock United.

This year's competition promises to be fiercely competitive, with many strong teams across the country vying for the prestigious cup that was secured last season by Donegal’s Cockhill Celtic.

The fixtures are set for the weekend of September 22.