Brigid’s stun 13-man Nemo

TWELVE months ago it was the Kilmurry-Ibrickane supporters deliriously celebrating a famous All-Ireland club semi-final victory in the Gaelic Grounds.

Mon, 28 Feb, 2011 - 00:00

St Brigid’s (Roscommon) 0-13 Nemo Rangers (Cork) 1-8 Fintan O’Toole

On Saturday afternoon that sight was replicated as another army clad in green and red raced onto the pitch to acclaim their playing heroes. St Brigid’s struck a significant blow for Roscommon football here as they ensured they will become the first club from the county to sample the grandeur of the St Patrick’s Day final since Clann na Gael in 1990.

In the process, St Brigid’s dumped Nemo Rangers out of the competition. This was a serious setback for the Cork champions who looked to have accrued major momentum when defeating Dr Crokes four weeks ago. They finished this game with 13 men but defender Aidan O’Reilly saw red for a high challenge in the dying stages when St Brigid’s were already assured of success.