Munster quartet 'deeply disappointed' at seeding decision

Opposition to the decision by Munster GAA to seed the province’s senior football championship is growing after the four non-seeded counties – Limerick, Tipperary, Clare and Waterford – met with the GPA last week to express their concerns.

The players’ body has issued a statement saying “players from all four counties are deeply disappointed and concerned” at the controversial decision to keep big guns Kerry and Cork apart in next year’s Munster SFC draw.

"Representatives of the Clare, Limerick, Tipperary and Waterford senior football panels met via video call on Thursday to discuss the recent Munster Council decision to seed Cork and Kerry in next year's Munster Championship," the statement read.

"The meeting took place following individual conversations between the squad reps and the Gaelic Players’ Association.

"Players from all four counties are deeply disappointed and concerned by the decision and have agreed to consult with their respective county boards to ascertain the full circumstances around the vote taken. They will also be evaluating potential next steps in response.

"The four squads will continue to keep in contact on this matter and engage with the Gaelic Players Association. No further comment will be made at this time."