League of Ireland

Donegal goalkeeper Shaun Patton has explained how he was convinced to turn his back on the League of Ireland in favour of Gaelic football.

But when you’re coming down to the business end of the season and you’re fighting for a contract it can be quite ruthless.” Now don’t get me wrong, you make some fantastic friends and the group is tight and you’re always tight as a unit. “As I say, it’s not personal it’s just the way the industry works. But you’re trying to impress and it can be quite cut throat. “If not, maybe they might get a two-year contract. “It’s hard to explain.