Having took over in March 2008, he won the All-Ireland two years later as well as three Division 1 triumphs and three Munster titles.
An emotional Counihan spoke to the players after the game to inform them of his decision.
I’ve had six fantastic years with a great group of players,” he told RTÉ Sport.
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“We were beaten by a better team. There’s no disgrace in that. I wish Dublin all the best in the remainder of it. There’s no discredit to our fellas. They fought to the very end and I’m proud of them.”
Counihan steps down as Rebels boss
CORK SENIOR FOOTBALL manager Conor Counihan has called time on his six-year reign.
The 53-year-old revealed the news on RTÉ during his post-match interview after the All-Ireland SFC quarter-final defeat to Dublin at Croke Park this evening.
Having took over in March 2008, he won the All-Ireland two years later as well as three Division 1 triumphs and three Munster titles.
An emotional Counihan spoke to the players after the game to inform them of his decision.
“We were beaten by a better team. There’s no disgrace in that. I wish Dublin all the best in the remainder of it. There’s no discredit to our fellas. They fought to the very end and I’m proud of them.”
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