Mugsy and Lee are BACK, and yes... your eyes do not deceive you. Lee is officially wearing a Tyrone jersey! After Mugsy’s home county took care of business against Mayo in the early rounds a couple of weeks back, Lee proved he’s a man of his word and followed through on the ultimate jersey bet.

Once the slagging settles, the lads dive straight into an absolute blockbuster weekend of GAA action, breaking down every single All-Ireland Senior Football Quarter-Final match in meticulous detail.

We kick things off with Mayo’s clinical second-half display to overpower Cork. We talk about Darragh Beirne's massive impact with those crucial two-pointers, Andy Moran's tactical shifts, and how Cork will rue their missed opportunities despite a fighting first half.

Then we move on to an absolute modern classic in Croke Park between Kerry and Tyrone. We break down David Clifford’s masterclass, Dylan Geaney’s brilliant Man of the Match performance, and Tyrone's heroic fightback led by Darren McCurry’s incredible 10 points off the bench, right before Armin Heinrich’s late goal sealed it for the Kingdom.

Next up is the historic drama between Louth and Monaghan, where Louth reached the last four for the first time since 1957. We analyze how Louth overcame an 8th-minute straight red card to Seán Callaghan, digging deep to weather Monaghan’s second-half goals and dominating the final minutes to seal a landmark win.

Finally, we unpack Dublin's sensational return to the top table after an incredible final-quarter comeback against Galway. We talk about John Maher's goal that put Galway six points clear, the game-changing black card for Liam Silke, Con O'Callaghan’s crucial penalty, and how Dublin ruthlessly used the extra man to book their semi-final spot.

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Lee Keegan and Owen ‘Mugsy’ Mulligan are BACK in the talkSPORT Ireland studio with Luke Delaney for a massive episode of Beyond the 45'. This week, the lads are taking on the ultimate challenge: ranking and naming the greatest Gaelic Football county teams of the 21st century.

From the iconic modern rivalries to the tactical masterminds who changed the game forever, nothing is off-limits. Mugsy takes us inside Mickey Harte’s legendary Tyrone outfits of the 2000s, explaining exactly why Mickey’s preparation to stop Kerry’s 3-in-a-row charge proved he was "years before his time."

Lee looks back at his ultimate rivals—Jim Gavin’s unstoppable 6-in-a-row Dublin machine—while also reflecting honestly on his own Mayo days, admitting: "We left it behind us in 2017."

We also break down Jim McGuinness’ revolutionary Donegal, Jack O'Connor's multiple eras of Kerry dominance, Joe Kernan’s powerhouse Armagh side, and Kieran McGeeney’s modern-day All-Ireland champions. Who takes the crown as the absolute best of the millennium so far? Hit play to find out!

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Mugsy and Lee are BACK in the studio for a massive weekend in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship! With Owen Mulligan’s Tyrone hosting Lee Keegan’s Mayo, the rivalry is as fierce as ever. Both men are overwhelmingly confident of a positive result—so confident that they’ve locked in a brilliant forfeit for whoever finishes on the losing side.

In this episode, the lads take a trip down memory lane to discuss their past fiery encounters and what it’s really like playing in Tyrone vs Mayo blockbusters. Lee gives a masterclass tactical breakdown of Mayo’s leaky defence and how teams are adapting their defensive approaches to the GAA's new rules.

They don't hold back on the biggest talking points in Gaelic Football right now, tackling Dublin’s recent slump and slamming the "childish behaviour" from the capital following their media boycott after the Louth game. Plus, they dive into Donegal’s massive strength under Jim McGuinness, what on earth is going wrong with Derry, and their predictions for the weekend ahead.

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The provincial championships have been decided and there was no shortage of drama across the country this weekend. Lee Keegan and Owen ‘Mugsy’ Mulligan are back in the talkSPORT Ireland studio alongside Luke Delaney to dissect all the action.

On this episode, the lads react to Dublin’s downfall in the Leinster final, the Rossies rising once again in Connacht, as well as Armagh finally getting over the line in the North (even if it pains Mugsy to admit it!).

Lee and Mugsy also pick out their standout individual performers from the championship so far, with Armagh's Oisin Connaty a man who continues to impress the pair weekly.

Expect the usual behind-the-curtain insight into life at the top level of the GAA, plenty of slagging, and proper football chat.

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This week on talkSPORT Ireland’s Beyond the 45’, Luke is joined by the lads to dive deep into the current state of officiating in the GAA. From the controversial level of refereeing to the radical idea of introducing two referees on the pitch (AFL style), no stone is left unturned.

But it’s not all serious tactics—the boys take a trip down memory lane to recount the most legendary on-field fights from their playing days and the hilarious changing room pranks that stayed behind closed doors... until now. Plus, find out which brand deals were "total winners" and which ones they’d rather forget!

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Beyond the 45’ is BACK for Season 2! 🏐 Lee Keegan, Owen ‘Mugsy’ Mulligan, and Luke return to the talkSPORT Ireland HQ to kick off a brand-new season of unfiltered GAA talk. The lads dive straight into the biggest talking points in the game today, from rising stars to the decline of former giants.

In this episode:

The Next Big Thing: Lee Keegan discusses the incredible talent of Kobe McDonald and shares first-hand accounts of what it’s like going toe-to-toe with the Mayo star in the club championship.

Tyrone’s Trouble: Mugsy provides a raw and honest dissection of the current struggles facing Tyrone football. They also chat about whether Andy Moran's Mayo are ready to win the Sam Maguire, or who else could send shockwaves in the championship.

The Mugsy Quiz: Luke puts the lads to the test! Watch as they try to recall the highs and lows of the Tyrone legend’s career, sparking hilarious stories and heated debates you won’t hear anywhere else.

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It's the grand finale of Season 1 of Beyond The 45', and we're going out with a bang! Luke is joined by Mugsy and Lee to tackle the burning questions you sent in.

Things get heated as your questions spark a massive debate between the lads, covering everything from county rivalries to modern tactics. In a must-hear segment, Lee Keegan opens up about the vacant Mayo managerial position, addressing the behind the scenes problems and giving his honest opinion on whether he would ever take the top job.

Get ready for some classic stories as Mugsy takes us behind the scenes into the legendary Tyrone changing rooms, revealing some of his best pranks from his playing days.

To cap it all off, the trio faces the ultimate challenge: selecting their official Gaelic Football All-Star Team of the year. Who makes the cut? Who gets controversially dropped?

Thanks for an incredible first season! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in Season 2.

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Owen Mulligan and Lee Keegan are back with Luke for episode 4 of Beyond The 45, and this is one you won’t want to miss.

The lads delve into winning awards, All Stars, and All-Ireland final Man of the Match accolades, while sharing stories about overlooked teammates who didn’t always get the recognition they deserved.

They also open up about tough times throughout their careers, discuss potential future management roles, and much, much more.

Luke rounds off this week’s show with a brand-new game, challenging Lee and Mugsy to pick a combined XV from players they’ve shared the pitch with during their incredible careers – let’s just say, there’s not much agreement between them!

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