McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championship – Sunday Report Round Up

The McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championship produced another dramatic day of action on Sunday, with quarter-final ties and a relegation battle taking centre stage.

In the Premier Senior Football Championship quarter-final, Newcestown and Carrigaline could not be separated in normal time, finishing 0-18 apiece after an enthralling contest. With nothing to divide the sides, the game went to penalties where Newcestown held their nerve to prevail 4-3 in the shoot-out, booking their place in the last four.

Defending county champions Castlehaven saw their title defence ended by a ruthless St Finbarr’s side, who delivered a stunning attacking display. The Barrs struck six goals in a 6-11 to 0-19 victory, their firepower proving decisive against last year’s winners.

The final quarter-final in the grade saw Ballincollig edge past Duhallow by 1-15 to 2-11. Despite a spirited late push from Duhallow, Ballincollig held firm to secure their semi-final place.

In the Senior ‘A’ Championship quarter-final, Éire Óg advanced with a 1-17 to 1-13 win over Bishopstown. A crucial second-half goal created daylight between the teams and Éire Óg kept control in the closing stages to progress.

The day’s action also included a tense Premier Intermediate relegation play-off, where Macroom edged out Bandon by a single point in a high-scoring thriller, 2-20 to 2-19. The narrow win ensured Macroom’s survival, while Bandon now face the drop.

With quarter-final places decided and champions dethroned, the McCarthy Insurance Group Championships continue to deliver drama at every level.