Here's the Sunday Game football Team of the Year and Footballer of the Year
The Sunday Game panel has announced its 2026 Football Team of the Year and Footballer of the Year. Mayo player Ryan O’Donoghue received the top individual honor following his performance in the All-Ireland final.
Why it matters
This reflects the cultural significance of Gaelic football in Ireland and the recognition of top-tier athletic performance.
ALL-IRELAND FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS Mayo lead the way with seven spots on the Sunday Game Football Team of the Year for 2026, while Ryan O’Donoghue was selected as Footballer of the Year.
O’Donoghue also captured the Man of the Match award in the All-Ireland final to bring a superb season to a close.
Kerry, who were dethroned in the final, were represented by four players, while Louth, Westmeath, Tyrone and Dublin all had one player each in the Sunday Game selection.
The panel take us through their picks for the Sunday Game Team of the Year #SundayGame pic.twitter.com/ESWBzIVXO7
Kerry goalkeeper Shane Murphy got the nod by the panel, while his teammate Jason Foley was chosen in the full-back line alongside Mayo duo Sam Callinan and Enda Hession.
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