Mayo coach Paddy Tally explains why Kerry goal did not cause panic

Tally said "statement tackles" by Mayo in the first half laid the foundation for the All-Ireland winning performance

Paddy Tally can see Mayo challenging for future All-Irelands because of their average age of 24. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Tue, 28 Jul, 2026 - 12:30

John Fogarty

An acceptance that Kerry were going to score a goal and that it came early were key factors for Mayo, says their coach Paddy Tally.

The 15th minute goal by David Clifford was almost budgeted for by the Mayo management. “You get David going one-on-one and the ball over the top, Seánie (O’Shea) put him in and the next thing David's gone, bye,” recounts Tally.

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