Maurice Brosnan: Eight observations from the National Football League

Jack O’Connor outlined his reasonable view that they are encouraged by their goal-scoring record more than worried by the lack of orange flags when we asked if it mattered post-match.

EIGHT OBSERVATIONS: Kerry's Paul Geaney scores a goal for his side something which Kerry are focusing more on that the two pointers. Pic: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile

Two teams found themselves in the same situation last weekend. One final play and in need of a two-point score. Neither of them could manufacture it.

Wexford’s Niall Hughes connected well with his late two-point effort but it went wide. Kildare’s Alex Beirne was under more pressure, with a defender diving on his boot as he struck the ball. It is worth taking a moment to break down how they both worked that final opportunity because it is something that will decide games this summer.