Replying To Wally:  "Listen how is any of the team going to put a face on them to talk to RTE if their manager, management team and fellow players don't.

They may not have been explicitly told not to speak to RTE but obviously the pier group pressure restricts them from doing so.

I am sure that during the year this is no issue for them but they are now in an All Ireland final, playing the best team ever. If they happen to beat this team then of course they will want the exposure and the plaudits that the televised evening reception presents. These are normal amateur sportsmen who might never get this chance again.

Imagine playing the game of your life in the final and not getting the opportunity to receive the man of the match award live on TV, or imagine getting the player of the year award and not getting the chance to watch it over again.

I think Mickey needs to back down on this one for the sake of his players. He doesn't need to take part himself but if he doesn't allow his team then it is a purely selfish move."