Saturday

Division Two A

London v Antrim, Ruislip, 3.0

Despite injury-enforced absences and the management decision to release players in advance of the under-21 championship, it's hard to see Antrim allowing London off the bottom of the table.

Division Two B

Waterford v Monaghan, Dungarvan, 3.0

Both sides had close-run matches three weeks ago but with different results. Although Waterford have been more competitive this season, Monaghan should take the points.

Sunday

(All matches at 3.00 unless stated)

Division One A

Dublin v Donegal, Parnell Park

Neither team could have been that happy with their previous outings. At least Donegal didn't lose but their mini-collapse at the end of the match let Tyrone off the hook. Bothered by injuries, Declan Bonner's side won't be looking forward to visiting Parnell Park where Dublin have a respectable League record. However, over the last year, Dublin have been subject to alarming mood swings often alternating displays of great promise with dire performances. Their display against Roscommon three weeks ago fell into the latter category. Like many other counties, Dublin have been finding defenders easier to come by than forwards and the attack hasn't really had a coherent look to it for a while - a state of affairs not helped by Na Fianna's club run and the consequent absence of Dessie Farrell. Ian Robertson's championship form at full forward has been undermined by persistent injury and Ciaran Whelan has shouldered more of the scoring burden than is appropriate for a centrefielder. Despite these long-term concerns, Dublin may well win.

Tyrone v Galway, Omagh

After a good pre-Christmas campaign Galway came unstuck with a vengeance against Cork. There were signs of heavy training about the performance but John O'Mahony won't have been comforted by Padraig Joyce's loss of form in play even if his free kicking was unaffected. Both managements can take some heart from the Sigerson exchanges last weekend. For Galway, panellist Micheal Colleran played well for NUIG in the quarter-final, while Joe Bergin had another fine performance for GMIT. Tyrone's Cormac McAnallen showed great composure for the victorious Queens side and is rewarded with a switch to centrefield. Two teams who appear to have other priorities than the League with maybe home advantage to swing it.

Armagh v Cork, Crossmaglen

A year ago, this pair were slugging it out for play-off places but now prop up the table between them. Long, successful championship campaigns are the main culprits for the loss of drive. (The absence of the Crossmaglen players is something of a perennial problem for the Armagh management). Gradually Cork appear to be rehabilitating although the search for a convincing attack goes on. Still their revival has at least begun whereas Armagh have yet to win a match. Away win.

Kerry v Roscommon, Fitzgerald Stadium

An unlikely top-of-the-table shootout but Gay Sheerin's team have enjoyed a good season to date. Roscommon's movement against Dublin was good and they impressed in key sectors. Kerry, despite winning by 11 points, didn't impress and were troubled by Armagh for longer than the scoreline suggests. A win here would put Kerry in a strong position with two matches remaining, given a scoring average which is worth an extra point to them. Although not at full strength, the home team can take that step.

Division One B

Mayo v Sligo, Charlestown

Sligo's previously good form wasn't as badly exposed as some might have expected and were mildly unfortunate to lose to Derry. Mayo on the other hand were mortified to lose a healthy half-time lead to Clare and end up decisively beaten. James Horan's return to training is good news given the mixed results of the forward trials conducted to date. Very capable in defence - corner back Noel McGuire was a revelation at full back for UCD in the Sigerson a week ago - and with some lively attackers, Sligo have every chance of striking a psychological blow before the summer.

Derry v Meath, Celtic Park

Meath have a strangely poor record against Ulster teams in the League and in particular against Derry whom they haven't beaten for nearly 20 years in the competition. A win tomorrow is probably essential if Meath are to have a chance of reaching the play-offs - a feat which the county has failed to do as All-Ireland champions since Sean Boylan's first League success in 1988. Derry are in good form with few injuries to concern them. Precedent indicates a Derry win to stay on top of the table.

Fermanagh v Down, Enniskillen

Changed circumstances for these Ulster counties with second-placed Fermanagh lording it over bottom-of-the-table Down. James McCartan's recovery will be a welcome addition to a Down team short on top-class experience. With the Gallaghers in scoring form and Tom Brewster outstanding in the Queens Sigerson victory, the home side won't be short of confidence. But Down will be upbeat after a battling draw in Meath and may well cause what in the circumstances would be an upset.

Kildare v Clare, Newbridge

Kildare are showing every sign of reserving another catalogue of better performances for the summer. Anthony Rainbow is suspended, Dermot Earley injured again and they have lost their last two matches. Clare battled away characteristically to overhaul Mayo and give themselves a chance of surviving in the First Division. They will come to Newbridge in high spirits and confident of a good result. Misplaced confidence, probably.

Division Two B

Predictions Wexford v Laois - Laois

Cavan v Carlow, Breffni Park - Cavan

Longford v Tipperary - Longford