It took a display of great intensity and big contributions from their all-time greats to nudge them over the line ahead of their great rivals

All-Ireland football final: Jack O’Connor speaks about playing open football but the reality is that they will need to be more conservative against Dublin

Both teams decided to push up aggressively in the crucial final minutes to finally shake off dogged Ulster opponents

There is a sense that Dublin must win the All-Ireland this year to stem a green and gold wave

Mayo’s tactical approach has to change if they are to have any chance of All-Ireland glory

So many teams have adopted this style because Dublin had so much success with it over the years

Comer’s absence proved crucial but the unexpected defeat to Armagh has made the Tribesmen’s route to All-Ireland glory far more daunting

The number of games in the Tailteann Cup aren’t needed in the Sam Maguire, a round of 16 would be better

Basketball wunderkind Victor Wembanyama, soccer players Lionel Messi, Ronaldo or GAA stars like Kerry’s David Clifford are all touched by greatness or potential for such exceptionalism

Rossie dominance in opening half down to build-up approach in the first and middle third of pitch

McStay’s side showed in Kerry they possess a kicking game, a running game and a powerful physicality

Even though the Ulster final is over, a conversation that started in the middle of last week is clearly not

The Leinster final won’t faze serial winner Harte one bit but for Louth’s players the stakes are so high it’s the biggest game of their lives to date

Seven counties have serious chance of lifting Sam Maguire this year

In a world of keep-ball, Damien Comer’s directness is a breath of fresh air