EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 1H 1M
Why Was An All Ireland Final Played In New York?
from Over The Bar - The Gaelic Games History Podcast
Why was the 1947 All-Ireland Football Final played in New York’s Polo Grounds? In the very first episode of Over The Bar – The GAA History Podcast, Michael Foley and Ciaran O’Hara are joined by Paul Fitzpatrick to uncover the remarkable story behind the only All-Ireland ever staged outside Ireland. From the politics and post-war backdrop to the players’ journey across the Atlantic, this episode dives into one of the most unique chapters in GAA history.
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Why Was An All Ireland Final Played In New York?
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