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| David Gough Withdraws as Referee for Down SFC Final Amid Controversy: Kilcoo vs. Burren Clash Proceeds |
Amidst a controversial backdrop, the Down SFC final showdown between Kilcoo and Burren takes an unexpected turn as referee David Gough withdraws from the match. This surprising development has left the local football community buzzing with intrigue.
The story began when Kilcoo, the reigning champions, filed a last-minute objection against the initial appointment of referee Paul Faloon. Their objection was initially rejected, but it later found a lifeline through Croke Park's Disputes Resolution Authority (DRA).
Speculation arose that the final might be postponed by a week due to Kilcoo's appeal, but things took a surprising twist when it was reported that David Gough, an All-Ireland referee from Meath, would step in to officiate the match at Pairc Esler. However, on the day of the final, it was revealed that Gough would not be taking the whistle, and local referee Brian Higgins would instead handle the game.
Kilcoo's woes deepened as their appeal against a red card shown to defender Niall Branagan in the semi-final win over Clonduff was unsuccessful. This means Branagan will miss the crucial final against St. Mary's.
Kilcoo is aiming to secure their fifth successive Down senior title, having won ten out of the last 11 championships, with Burren being the only club to break their winning streak back in 2018. The drama surrounding the final has only heightened the anticipation for this high-stakes clash.
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