Galway banish Mayo to the long road

Mayo 0-12 Galway 1-12

Mayo were well aware what Galway would bring to the table and still, they find themselves facing into a most relentless schedule of games, via the backdoor, if they’re to get back to September.

To reach the Super 8s, Rochford’s charges must now win four qualifier games in five weeks. To reach an All-Ireland semi-final, they’ll need to survive seven games in nine weeks.