Cork's win caps special reunion for Kevin Jer O'Sullivan and the class of '73

“We were a unique team. We stuck together and were great friends. And we remain friends 50 years later. Isn’t that what it’s all about.”

50 Years a greying The Cork 1973 All Ireland winning team and representatives pictured in Pairc Ui Chaoimh at half time in the SFC game Cork V Roscommon pic George Hatchell

The paths of two Cork teams crossed briefly on Saturday afternoon. While 50 years does separate them, they are not complete strangers. A small patch of common ground has been identified.

The class of ‘73 have picked up on some early similarities between their own reawakening of Cork football and this latest revival on Leeside.