Cullen says Dublin’s dip opens title door for Cork

Former Dublin manager and goalkeeper Paddy Cullen has concerns about the county’s ability to retain the Sam Maguire.

The three-time All-Ireland winner and four-time All Star backed Cork to claim championship honours, suggested Donegal were the second best team in the country and noted Dublin’s form meant they were behind both those sides in the pecking order with little time left to improve.

“I think everyone in Dublin is worried. Looking at the way we are playing, that’s a little bit concerning. Last year we were close to being beaten by Wexford, this time it was closer again, and then we didn’t pull up our socks against Laois. We’ve missed the big guns so far but if we are missing Alan Brogan, we could be in a bit of trouble in the semi-final [against Mayo].