Cosy for Cork as Kerry’s Donaghy tactic backfires

In my mind Cork were already established as All-Ireland contenders before throw-in in Páirc Uí Chaoimh yesterday and what unfolded over the 70-plus minutes of football only strengthened that view.

Any concerns about rustiness given the lay-off since the league final victory were quickly put to bed as they went through the gears to claim a hugely important victory.

They’re heading to Limerick on July 8 now and unless their performance level completely collapses, they should defeat Clare and become Munster champions.