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May
May 2024
REAL STUFF
Sweet Sixteens? The tastiest match-ups in the Sam Maguire group stages
What more could you ask for then some hyper-local rivalries like Louth-Meath, Tyrone-Derry, and the modern classic of Mayo and Dublin in a neutral venue?
last man standing
'You’re talking about the blink of an eye here' - Why it is rare to save a penalty in hurling
Analysis NOT A LOTTERY
Armagh's penalty woes are rooted in culture and fear of failure
Everything fell for Armagh to win the match in normal and extra-time, but they were gripped by a smothering pressure.
Analysis Capital gains
Returning Dublin stars boost All-Ireland champions' running game - and title defence
Mick Bohan’s side powered to Leinster glory yesterday.
suggestion
'We're probably missing a trick having every game there but we don't want Croke Park idle'
ON THE SPOT
Donegal in the promised land with Ulster triumph as Armagh's penalty agony goes on
For the second consecutive year, Armagh lose the Ulster final on penalties.
Match Report
Dublin eventually break lion-hearted Louth to win 14th straight Leinster title
The All-Ireland champions were tested by Ger Brennan’s Louth before running out four-point winners at Croke Park.
Recollections
'He wasn't as imposing as you might think' - Old Testament Stephen Cluxton
Stephen Cluxton’s first Leinster final was in 2002. He returns to a contest for an 18th medal today.
Big Day Out
Managers' beef, media mind games and the Clones toilet dearth: Donegal v Armagh talking points
Rebel Roar
Cork keep their championship hopes alive with brilliant win over Limerick
Cork needed a win to avoid another early exit from the championship, and delivered with a brilliant display against the defending champions.
Geezer needs excitement
'Players do not care what you know, until they know you care’ - How McGeeney keeps the faith
Analysis Touch Gloves
Finn v Horgan, O'Donoghue v Gillane - the battles that could decide Cork-Limerick
Pay Per View
Taoiseach says GAA needs to ‘listen to grassroots’ as row over GAAGO rolls into another summer
The Longest wait
'Consistency is Cork’s issue, rather than confidence' - John Meyler on longest wait for Liam
Cork have lost the ability to come like mushrooms. Instead, they need nothing more than consistency to push for All-Irelands again.
Analysis Closer Look
Munster championship health check: how are all five counties shaping up at the midway point?
