A Gaelic football team consists of 15 players and a number of substitutes, who may be called into the game at any stage. The team's manager chooses his starting 15 and substitutes from a ' panel ' of players. Only three substitutes can be used in one match.
Every football team has a goalkeeper, six defenders, two midfielders and six forwards.
Championship football matches last 70 minutes and league matches last 60 minutes . Inter county and Inter club teams will wear their own registered distinctive colours. In all football matches the goalkeeper will wear a different colour jersey to the rest of his team. Gaelic Football is not as dangerous as Hurling so protective clothing is not necessary. Each year Inter County and Inter club teams compete in various competitions.