In the recent past there has been very little between Cork and Tipperary. Even the manner in which both counties won their respective semi-finals was similar

For too long the identity of this Mayo team has been around pushing Dublin close. Importantly, they are back getting silverware on the table

When we respect the annual Cork challenge it is regularly dismissed as plámás. This result and performance is why Kerry people are always wary of Cork

The crowds, the colour, the flags — in particular the colourful variety of Cork flags — always added that bit of romance to this great rivalry 

Specialist players such as goalkeepers, man markers and free takers will be missed most if ruled out of the Championship by injury - or Covid-19. Suitable deputies will be imperative and only the best have these.

David Clifford didn’t even feel the need to make a post-match speech accepting the league cup

Sunday Read: When results go against you, and the criticism is coming thick and fast, inter-county managers can get understandably selfish

Peter Keane, meanwhile, will also be delighted with his weekend's work as any absentees will be getting restless in light of some of the individual performances they witnessed

“Dogs got personality. Personality goes a long way”  - Jules Winnfield in Pulp FictionAS we went down the tunnel after the 2017 league final in Croke Park I heard my name being called from behind. In a Dublin accent.