Openess Of Croke Park And Pitch Sizes

Eamonn Fitzmaurice on RTE site writes today,

In the tighter surrounds of Fr Tierney Park, Ballyshannon, Jim McGuinness's side were able to put the clamps on a Kerry forward unit who were always generally within arm's reach. But Fitzmaurice wonders if they'll be able to keep such a close eye on David Clifford, Seanie O'Shea and Co at Headquarters.

According to my research Croke Park measures 145m x 88, Ballyshhannon 145 x 87. Does one metre in width make that much of a difference? Have heard this openness time and time again.

https://www.rte.ie/sport/football/2026/0322/1564689-fitzmaurice-donegals-defensive-decisions-key-to-decider/

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