Our ninth Christmas gift is one that could amuse and entertain during the post-Turkey lull on the big day.

The Bainisteoir board game is designed and manufactured in Ireland and sets the challenge of guiding a team to All Ireland glory.

“Build a team that will achieve All-Ireland glory as you battle it out against other counties,” says the blurb. “You will need to manage your own finances and team selection as you plot your path to victory, overcoming obstacles that will be thrown at you along the way.”

It’s family-friendly, aimed at involving kids of all ages and it might be the closest you ever come to climbing those steps at Croke Park.

Available in all good toy stores around the country and online at www.bainisteoirboardgame.ie