Ryan bemoans lack of energy and goals but content to see Cork get job done

The Rebels booked their place in the All-Ireland final four with victory over Dublin in Thurles.

ON WE GO: Cork manager Pat Ryan with Patrick Horgan. Pic: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Before delving into his own team’s effort, Pat Ryan offered a perfect summation of an All-Ireland quarter-final that was as flimsy as it was flat.

“It was devoid of energy all over the place,” began the Cork manager.