'He’d pick my brain but he’s his own man': McEnaney backs McNally for Kerry-Mayo final

All-Ireland SFC final referee Martin McNally is somewhat of a protege of his fellow clubman Pat McEnaney

Pat McEnaney on fellow Corduff man Martin McNally: “He’s been knocking on the door and has now gone through it. Martin and Seán Hurson have been the best referees this year along with David Coldrick." Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 - 02:30

John Fogarty

Pat McEnaney maintains Kerry’s recent good fortune in games won’t be a factor for his club-mate Martin McNally when he takes charge of Sunday’s All-Ireland SFC final.

Referee McNally is something of an apprentice of his fellow Corduff man McEnaney having umpired for him before becoming a referee.

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