Classy Clon show their title credentials

They may have been workmanlike against Aghada in the last round, but Clonakilty displayed their championship credentials with a master-class in front of goal in yesterday’s entertaining Evening Echo Cork Co SFC quarterfinal at Kilmurry.

A total of 1-14 against the East Cork men, and 2-14 here is a handsome aggregate to take into a semi-final clash with Bishopstown. Playing with plenty of confidence and showing admirable composure in front of goal, Clon may wish to dampen expectations now after breaking into the last four for the first time in five years, but their challenge to unseat Nemo Rangers is gathering serious momentum.

This was a Clon victory built on style, substance and superlative long range shooting and they showed resilience to run out winners.