Fitzgerald’s stadium as fiery Rebels reeled in

Kerry 2-15 Cork 3-12

Did Fionn Fitzgerald mean it? If he didn’t, Cork would prefer he kept it to himself. To be denied a first championship victory in Killarney in 20 years by a fluke would be far too cruel.

So leisurely a kick, there were strong grounds to suggest he overcooked a pass to Kieran Donaghy. Although, so good was his technique it appeared his strike was full of intent. We’ll give him the benefit of the doubt. Pity so few afforded that generosity to Cork. Defying the detractors, they pieced together a performance that will silence many even if the win eluded them.