Sligo have confirmed that they are unable to field a team in Saturday's Connacht SFC semi-final and so a walkover has been given to opponents Galway for the clash in Salthill.

The Sligo footballers have become the latest side to be affected by Covid-19 after the county board confirmed a number of squad members tested positive for the coronavirus.

In a statement Sligo GAA said they were 'upset' at having to make this decision but 'due to the unforeseen circumstances of players testing positive for Covid-19 and other players deemed as close contacts, makes it impossible for Sligo to fulfil the fixture.'

Croke Park and Connacht GAA have been notified of the decision whcih sees Galway receive a bye to the Connacht SFC final where they will meet either Mayo or Roscommon.

Sligo GAA Statement

Sligo GAA have taken the tough decision to withdraw from this weekend’s Connacht SFC semi-final versus Galway.

Paul Taylor and his management team along with the panel of 32 players have been working together since September. Due to the unforeseen circumstances of players testing positive for Covid-19 and other players deemed as close contacts, makes it impossible for Sligo to fulfil the fixture.

The county board executive along with the players and management are extremely upset at having to make this decision. The players themselves are hugely disappointed at not having the option of a re-fixture and feel the outcome has been forced on them, whilst understanding that in these unusual times it is not possible to take part this coming weekend.

All affected by Covid-19 findings are following the requisite HSE guidelines and we are glad to report doing well at this time.  

Sligo GAA have informed GAA officials at Croke Park and Connacht GAA of this regrettable but correct decision.

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