JBM left to rue Cork’s failure to create clear goal chances

Cork manager Jimmy Barry-Murphy pointed to Galway’s dominance early in the second half as being crucial in the Tribesmen’s five-point win in yesterday’s All-Ireland semi-final.

“They got on top of us just after half-time and we found it hard to break down their half-back line,” said the Cork manager.

“We found it hard to get back into it but we played with great spirit and effort. I couldn’t fault the players on that score, they were magnificent, but that was a crucial time.