Watch: Diarmuid Connolly could be in hot water after this heated exchange with the linesman

By the letter of the law, even a “minor interference” with an official would bring a minimum 12-week suspension.

DUBLIN FORWARD DIARMUID Connolly could have a suspension heading his way after a heated exchange with linesman Ciaran Brannigan during today’s Leinster SFC quarter-final.

Diarmuid Connolly speaks to linesman Ciaran Branagan James Crombie / INPHO James Crombie / INPHO / INPHO

Dublin advanced with a 12-point win but Connolly appeared to shove Brannigan in the chest in the second-half of the game.

By the letter of the law, even a “minor interference” with an official would bring a minimum 12-week suspension.

Dublin are back with a win. But Diarmuid Connolly couldn't escape controversy. Potential ban for this? #LeinsterGAA #GAA #GAAclips pic.twitter.com/w9EcI831If
— eir Sport (@eirSport) June 3, 2017

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