Leitrim go in search of the division four title, with promotion secured ahead of the Carlow meeting.
The 2026 Lidl Ladies National League Division 4 final promises to be an exciting showdown as Carlow and Leitrim do battle, both having already achieved the primary goal of promotion.
Indeed, It has been a season of consistency for both counties. Carlow topped the Division four group stages, finishing first, while Leitrim secured second place.
There is recent history between the sides that adds spice to this encounter. They met in Round 7 of the league back in early March, with Carlow edging a narrow two-point victory.
While that result may give the Carlow side a slight psychological advantage, it also promises another tight, competitive battle.
Leitrim gain promotion to division three
Both teams are highly motivated, evenly matched, and determined to leave their mark on the final, and supporters can expect a game defined by intensity, skill, and determination.
For Leitrim, this final represents another opportunity to go one better in the chase for Division 4 after previous disappointments.
They were beaten finalists in 2023 by Antrim in a winner-takes-all promotion clash and have also lost out in the semi-finals in 2024 and 2025.
Whereas, Carlow, return to Division 3 at the first attempt, seeking to emulate their success two years ago when they lifted the Division 4 trophy.
Both sides will be eager to end their season on a high note, and with the silverware on offer, there is plenty to play for beyond the promotion already secured.
Carlow: N Hanley; A Carroll, A Roche, S O'Neill; A Webb, N Forde, R Bermingham; R Bailey, C O'Neill; E Hayden, C Ní Shé, A Hanley; M Townsend, S Doyle, A Kiernan.
Leitrim: M Gallagher; J Maye, C Tyrrell, N Morahan; D Beirne, L Devaney, S Reynolds; N Tighe, A Devaney; A Gilmartin, L Fox, V Egan; M Devaney, M Guckian (C), L O'Dowd.
