Maurice Brosnan: Kobe versus Clifford - beware the myth of superstar showdowns

Not that we shouldn’t celebrate these elite players while we have them. Let loose the Clifford and McDonald appreciation over the coming weeks

DAVID VS KOBE: Kerry's David Clifford celebrates his late point. Pic: ©INPHO/James Lawlor

I confess. Before this blockbuster semi-final kicked off with a rousing parade, two-point frees, penalties and controversies, we were already searching for a comparison. The showdown started with the coin toss.

As news filtered out that Paul Geaney was unable to tog, talk turned to who would line out in his place. Sean O’Shea was the obvious candidate.