Salthill-Knocknacarra edge St Brigid's to reach Connacht SFC final after dramatic finale

Mark Mannion stepped forward to land a two-pointer and, as it turned out, win it for Salthill-Knocknacarra when Lavelle saved them at the death.

MATCH WINNER: Mark Mannion of Salthill-Knocknacarra celebrates after he kicks a two point score to win the match. Pic: ©INPHO/James Lawlor.

Sun, 15 Nov, 2026 - 18:19

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Inishbofin native Ruairi Lavelle was the hero for Salthill-Knocknacarra just when it seemed that he would be the villain in this Connacht SFC club semi-final at ECC Pearse Stadium.

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