At GAA Congress in Donegal last weekend, president Jarlath Burns described rural depopulation as “a full-blown crisis” for the association.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Burns said “it is unconscionable that we would be the generation who preside over the permanent demise of rural Ireland.”

So, what can the GAA do to ensure rural clubs in Ireland survive?

Michael Foley, sportswriter with The Sunday Times, spoke to Matt about the issue.

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