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Michael Collins (referee)

Michael Collins is a retired Irish Gaelic football referee. He is best known for refereeing the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final in 2004 between Mayo and Kerry. Collins hails from County Cork, specifically the Clonakilty area. Prior to refereeing at the inter-county level, he was a prominent referee in Cork county competitions. His appointment to the 2004 All-Ireland final was considered a significant achievement in his refereeing career. While his performance in the final was subject to the usual post-match scrutiny, Collins maintained a respected position within the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) refereeing ranks. Details of his complete refereeing career, including specific dates and matches, are not readily available in comprehensive public databases, but he remains a recognizable figure in the history of Gaelic football officiating.