For Nicola, between club and county commitments, she is on the pitch for nearly the full year, but the thought of an All-Ireland with her county continues to drive her on.

Mackin has been playing for Melbourne Rebels, alongside her sister Blaithain, since 2023.

In football, Dublin travel to face All-Ireland champions Armagh, with Dessie Farrell's side winning three out of their first four games in Division One.