Cork Edges Tipperary in Extra-Time Thriller, Advances to Munster Final
SEMIPLE STADIUM, Ireland – Cork secured a hard-fought victory over Tipperary in an electrifying extra-time clash at FBD Semple Stadium on Monday evening, booking their place in teh Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Championship (MFC) final. The final score was Cork 2-17 (2-2-13) to Tipperary’s 0-20 (0-4-12).
Late Goal Seals Victory for Rebels in Breathless Encounter
The game, attended by a crowd of 843, was a seesaw battle with momentum shifting constantly between the two sides. Ultimately, Cork displayed remarkable resilience and composure, clinching the win with a late goal from Joe Miskella, son of 2010 All-Ireland winner john Miskella.The victory was hard-earned and a testament to the team’s character.
Cork to Face Kerry in Provincial Decider
Keith Ricken’s Cork team will now face Kerry in what promises to be a highly anticipated provincial final. The decider is scheduled for Friday week in Tralee.
Early cork Lead Erased by Resilient Tipperary
Cork started strong, with Paddy Murphy scoring within the first minute. Points from Niall O’Callaghan and Eoin Maguire further extended their lead. However, Tipperary’s Ned O’Meara responded with a crucial free, sparking a comeback.
Tipperary eventually took the lead, but Maguire leveled the score for Cork.A goal from Ben Corkery-Delaney was quickly nullified by another O’Meara free, leaving Tipperary with a narrow lead at halftime, 0-8 to 0-7.
Second-Half Surge and Extra-Time Drama
Tipperary maintained their momentum early in the second half. Cork responded with scores from Maguire and Corkery-delaney, along with a point from Cathal McCarthy, regaining the lead. Donagh Flynn’s goal further boosted Cork’s advantage.
However,Tipperary refused to concede,mounting a comeback led by Seán Griffin and O’Meara. With time running out, Tipperary scored two unanswered points to tie the game, forcing extra time with the score at 1-13 to 0-16.
Cork managed to secure enough points to win the game with a final score of Cork 2-17 (2-2-13) to Tipperary’s 0-20 (0-4-12).
Cork Secures Thrilling Overtime Victory Against Tipperary in Munster Minor Football Clash
CORK, Ireland — A late goal in extra time propelled Cork to a dramatic 1-17 to 0-19 victory over Tipperary in a fiercely contested Munster minor football encounter. The game, characterized by tight margins and steadfast play, saw Cork emerge victorious after a grueling battle.
Miskella’s Decisive Goal seals the Win for the Rebels
With the game on a knife’s edge in the dying minutes of extra time, Cork’s Jack Miskella delivered the decisive blow, expertly finishing to the net after a well-placed pass from Jack Hanrahan. The goal sparked jubilant celebrations among Cork supporters as their team secured a hard-fought victory.
Close Contest Sees Teams Trading Blows Throughout
The match was a back-and-forth affair, with both sides exchanging scores and refusing to yield. Tipperary’s N. O’Meara led his team’s scoring effort with an notable 10 points, while Cork’s balanced attack saw contributions from multiple players.
Key Moments and Performances
Cork’s Donagh Flynn found the net in regular time,adding to the scoring burden. Crucially, Cork’s resilience shone through as they responded to Tipp’s attacks, keeping the game within reach. Ultimately, it was Miskella’s late goal that proved the difference.
Scorers
Cork: D. McCarthy (0-2,frees),B. Corkery-Delaney (0-4, one 2-point score), E. Maguire (0-3), J. Miskella (1-0),D. flynn (1-0), C. McCarthy (0-2, one 2-point score), T. Whooley (0-1, free), N. O’Callaghan (0-1), S. O’Sullivan (0-1), P. Murphy (0-1).
Tipperary: N. O’Meara (0-10, 4 frees, three 2-point frees), S. Griffin (0-4), J. Murphy (0-3, one 2-point score), K. Fitzgerald (0-1), K. Smith (0-1), S. Burke (0-1).
Teams
Cork: R. Twohig; B. Coffey, A. Keane, M. Kiernan; J. O’Leary, C. McCarthy (c), B. Cronin; S. Kelleher-Leavy, R. Hayes; T. Whooley, D. Flynn, N. O’Callaghan; P. Murphy, B. Corkery-Delaney, E. Maguire.
tipperary: J. O’Brien; C. McInerney, D. Charles, C. Hurley; D. Bresnan,N.Delaney, J. Kearney; S. Griffin, A.McAndrew; S. Burke,K. Smith, K. fitzgerald; D. McCormack, N. O’Meara (c), D. Maher.
Substitutions
Cork subs: S. O’Sullivan for P. Murphy (injured), E. Looney for J.O’Leary, D. McCarthy for E. maguire, J. Hanrahan for N. O’Callaghan, J. Miskella for T. Whooley, S. Long for S. O’Sullivan, T. Whooley for D. Flynn (injured), E. G. O’Sullivan for S. Kelleher-Leavy.
Tipperary Subs: J. McGonigle for A. mcandrew, C. Hall for N. Delaney, C. Morrissey for D. McCormack, R. Grace for K. Fitzgerald, J. Murphy for D. Maher, D. McCormack for D. Bresnan, K. Fitzgerald for K. Smith, R. O’Reilly for J. McGonigle.
Match Official
The game was officiated by referee Evan Horan (Kerry).
Cork Edges Tipperary in Extra-Time Thriller, Advances to Munster Final – Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the match?
Cork beat Tipperary with a final score of 2-17 (2-2-13) to 0-20 (0-4-12) after extra time.
Who scored the decisive goal for Cork?
Joe Miskella scored the late goal in the original article,and Jack Miskella scored the decisive goal in extra time in the second article.
Who will Cork play in the Munster final?
Cork will face Kerry in the Munster Minor Football Championship final.
Where and when is the Munster final scheduled?
The Munster final is scheduled for friday week in Tralee.
Who were the top scorers for each team?
In the second article: N. O’Meara scored 10 points for Tipperary. For Cork, B. Corkery-Delaney scored 4 points.
what made this match so exciting?
The match was a back-and-forth affair, with momentum shifts, late goals, extra time, and the teams locked in a tight score.
What is the meaning of joe/Jack Miskella?
In the original article, Joe Miskella is the son of 2010 All-Ireland winner John Miskella. In the second article the article names Jack Miskella as the scorer of the decisive goal.
Get ready for a thrilling Munster final as Cork faces Kerry!
