Barry Moran

Dublin took advantage as Connacht champions failed to do right things to protect lead

After a Castlebar nightmare, Mayo had to reconfigure their strategy to cope with Dublin’s scoring bursts

Jim Gavin’s side are more well-rounded but westerners look like team on crusade

Leinster champions end game on the ropes as Westerners fight back for draw

Pat Holmes and Noel Connelly have equipped county with a new level of tactical flexibility

Experienced midfielder says Mayo will tailor their tactics to combat Dublin’s strengths

Dublin manager has faith in ability of backs to cope with Mayo attacking threat

Dublin well placed to extend Mayo’s cycle of hurt but pain of losing is a powerful driver

Connacht champions are better placed than ever to win football’s ultimate prize

Cillian O’Connor has no problem sharing the burden of scoring with talented team-mate

O’Shea bags a hattrick to inspire Holmes and Connelly’s side to record win at Dr Hyde Park

Concession of costly goals will continute until exposed full back line are better protected

Mikey Sweeney’s last-minute goal seals victory at Celtic Park

Former Ireland rugby player Duffy was a late withdrawal against Sligo IT

First-half goals from Pádraic and Cillian O’Connor set challengers up for victory

James O’Donoghue scores 2-6 as extra-time proves a bridge too far for Connacht champions