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Robert Hynes

Westmeath v Dublin throw-in time, TV channel information and more for the Leinster Championship clash

Dublin begin their Championship campaign this weekend when they face Westmeath.

The Boys in Blue are aiming to win an unprecedented sixth consecutive All-Ireland this year in Dessie Farrell's first Championship campaign in charge since replacing Jim Gavin as Dublin boss.

Here's what you need to know ahead of the match:

Where does the game take place?

MW Hire O'Moore Park in Portlaoise hosts the game on Saturday, November 7.

When does it start?

A general view of O’Moore Park Portlaoise (©INPHO/Bryan Keane)

Throw-in is scheduled for 6.15pm.

What channel is showing the clash?

Sky Sports Mix will show the action live.

You can also follow updates with The Irish Mirror's live blog.

Quotes corner

Former Dublin star Diarmuid Connolly: “My big question mark for Dublin this year will be in the full-back line. Are they going to have a consistent full-back line? Because usually when we do, we can shore up the back and the lads up front will always get the scores.

“Dublin have a few guys who can be a huge influence on the Championship and most of them are in the forward line."

He added: "I think Cormac Costello will have a big influence and the competition for places is phenomenal at the minute in the forward line," he said.

“We saw the impact Sean Bugler had off the bench the last day and he’s a phenomenal talent. Paddy Small is exactly the same, he was one of the leaders actually the last day and he’s been immense throughout the Dublin Championship. He can draw two or three men to him and create space for other people.

"They may be a little bit of an unknown when it comes to the inter-county scene, but I’ve seen these guys for years and they are well able to mix it.”

Betting odds

Westmeath win: 20/1

Dublin win: 1/500

Draw: 50/1

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