Barry Cahill: Cavan won't be beaten before throw-in like Leinster sides

'Unfortunately for the rest of the country, I think they look like they’re slightly improving. It’s hard to believe'

Cavan players celebrate following the Ulster final win over Dongeal. Picture: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Former Dublin star Barry Cahill believes that the Dubs have a psychological stranglehold over many of their opponents, particularly other Leinster sides.

Meath were quietly fancied in some quarters to give the five-time All-Ireland champions a decent test in the provincial final but the manner of Dublin’s crushing win suggested to Cahill that, mentally, Dublin now have a huge edge.