James Horan: Where the game was lost for Mayo was in that first half

For Mayo, it is the first time since 2018 that they haven’t reached at least the quarter-final stage. Narrow margins have defined their campaign.

FIRST HALF: Mayo’s exit from the championship against Derry was as much to do with their first half performance as it was missed chances late on, according to former player and manager James Horan.  Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Mayo’s exit from the championship against Derry was as much to do with their first half performance as it was missed chances late on, according to former player and manager James Horan.

Conor Doherty’s penalty ultimately decided a dramatic evening in MacHale Park on Saturday. It was a contest with last-minute comebacks by both teams. Jordan Flynn forced penalties with a late point. Extra-time came after Mayo squandered some late opportunities and Chrissy McKaigue eventually produced a 75th-minute equaliser.