Kilshannig made the perfect start to their McCarthy Insurance Group Senior A Football Championship campaign with a dramatic 2-13 to 2-11 victory over neighbours Clyda Rovers in Charleville. Trailing by three points late on, Kilshannig produced a superb finish, scoring 1-2 without reply. Alan O’Connell’s crucial goal proved decisive as the Glantane side claimed a hard-earned derby win.

Pictured is Charlie McCarthy, McCarthy Insurance Group and Pat Horgan, Chairperson Cork Gaa, with players, Ian Jennings, Kilmacabea, Mark Lenahan, Buttevant, Danny Dineen, Ballinora, Alan O’Connor, St. Finbarrs, John Corkery, Aghabullogue, Patrick Doyle, Knocknagree, at the McCarthy Insurance Group 2026 Cork County Club Football Championship launch, at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Cork. Picture: Jim Coughlan.

The 2026 McCarthy Insurance Group Cork County Football Championships were officially launched at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, with representatives from Cork GAA, McCarthy Insurance Group and the six clubs who captured county championship titles in 2025 coming together to mark the beginning of another exciting championship season.

As clubs across Cork prepare to begin their championship campaigns, anticipation is building for another year of competitive football across every grade.

Championship Partnership

Looking ahead to the new season, McCarthy Insurance Group CEO Brendan Harrington said:

“We at McCarthy Insurance Group are once again delighted this year to support the Cork club football championships. McCarthy Insurance Group is committed to supporting the leagues and championships and eagerly looks forward to the new championship season and to getting behind our clubs and communities.”

Cork GAA Chairperson

Cork GAA Chairperson Pat Horgan acknowledged the continued support of the championship sponsors.

“I wish to acknowledge the commitment and support of McCarthy Insurance Group for our football championships. They have shown strong commitment to Cork football by their support, and we are grateful for it. We are greatly encouraged by the tremendous success of our minor football team who have given a welcome boost to all Cork GAA supporters.”

Looking Ahead to Championship 2026

Cork GAA CEO/Secretary Kevin O’Donovan highlighted the strength and competitiveness of the county championships.

“Our county football championships are structured across several grades, which allows for very competitive games and allow for teams from all parts of the county to meet and strive for success.

At intercounty level, our senior footballers achieved promotion to Division 1 of the National League, while both they and our U20s enjoyed notable championship runs in the summer. On top of this, our minors achieved All-Ireland glory, crowning a terrific year, and we look forward to these advances being evident in our club championships, generously supported by McCarthy Insurance Group.”

Best Wishes to All Clubs

Cork GAA and McCarthy Insurance Group wish every club, player, mentor, volunteer and supporter the very best for the 2026 championship season and look forward to another memorable year of football across the city and county.

 

🎟️ Tickets & Live Streaming

Tickets

Tickets for all Round 1 fixtures are now on sale.

Watch Live

A selection of championship fixtures will be streamed live on Clubber TV throughout the season.