Shanahan goals turn battle for Waterford

Waterford 2-17 Cork 0-20

Yes, Dan Shanahan’s 56th- minute goal was hugely influential in terms of the huge psychological impetus it gave their challenge after scores had been level for the ninth time.

So too, was the leadership of team captain Michael Walsh at midfield, the contribution of substitute Eoin McGrath and the powerful defensive wall they put up in withstanding almost continuous Cork pressure near the end.