Leinster chiefs expect 60,000 for final

Leinster council chairman Nicky Brennan has revealed he expects a lesser turnout for this year's Leinster football final.

Leinster council chairman Nicky Brennan has revealed he expects a lesser turnout for this year's Leinster football final.

Laois play Kildare in an unexpected pair-up and the absence of Dublin is sure to impact negatively on ticket sales.

Still, Brennan said: "We shouldn't overlook the ability of Mick O'Dwyer to draw a crowd. He is really going to be the star billing because of his involvement in the two counties."

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