Kerry pull off epic comeback victory over Sligo to reach FAI Cup semis

Sligo Rovers had led 3-0 with an hour gone but a double from Cian Brosnan, a penalty from Joe Adams, and an extra-time winner by Daniel Okwute sent Kerry FC into the FAI Cup semi-finals. 

Kerry FC players, Daniel Okwute, Joe Adams, and Cian Brosnan celebrate after the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup quarter-final victory over Sligo Rovers. Pic: Michael P Ryan/Sportsfile

FAI Cup quarter-final: Kerry FC 4 Sligo Rovers 3 (AET)

Kerry FC climbed off the canvas in this epic FAI Cup quarter-final when 3-0 behind on the hour to fashion a win and complete one of the great cup fairy tales of modern times. They finished the job courtesy of an incredible strike by Daniel Okwute in the 117th minute.