Monaghan efforts delight Malachy O’Rourke

Monaghan 1-11 Mayo 0-12: Monaghan manager Malachy O’Rourke hailed the efforts his players have put into their pre-season after their win over Mayo in MacHale Park, Castlebar on Saturday night.

Monaghan efforts delight Malachy O’Rourke
Mon, 06 Feb, 2017 - 00:00
Edwin McGreal

The Ulster men were full value for the win on the night but went in as underdogs against last year’s All-Ireland finalists.

After losing in the Qualifiers to Longford last July, O’Rourke credited the work his players have done in recent weeks as vital to a winning start in Division 1.

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