Cork U20 Hurling Manager Noel Furlong has announced his team to face Clare this Wednesday evening at 7:35pm in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh in the Fulfil Munster U20 Hurling Championship Semi-Final.
The Cork team to play Clare is as follows:
Following the conclusion of two rounds of the Munster Minor Football Championship, two wins from two sees Cork top Phase 2 and book their place in the Munster Final (May 18th).
Kerry and Clare now face a straight shootout this on Monday for the second final spot, while Cork host Waterford in Páirc Uí Rinn.
| Team | P | W | D | L | Scores For | Scores Against | Diff | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cork | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7-43 (64) | 1-26 (29) | +35 | 4 |
| Kerry | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4-31 (43) | 5-27 (42) | +1 | 2 |
| Clare | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2-20 (26) | 4-33 (45) | -19 | 2 |
| Waterford | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2-17 (23) | 5-25 (40) | -17 | 0 |
Cork produced a superb all-round display to power past Kerry by 10 points in Tralee, sealing their place in the Munster Minor Football Championship final with a game to spare. Despite missing key players, the Rebels showed composure and quality throughout, taking control after a steady start and never looking back.
Playing into a strong breeze in the first half, Cork were clinical and efficient, building a commanding nine-point lead by the break. Their attacking play was sharp, highlighted by a well-worked goal finished by Eoghan Ahern, while Ben Hegarty kept the scoreboard ticking with accurate frees.
With the wind at their backs, Cork maintained their grip in the second half. Strong defending, including crucial blocks from Gabriel Oronsaye, ensured Kerry never gained real momentum. Late goals from Riley O’Donovan and Luke O’Neill capped an impressive performance.
Scorers for Kerry: D Keane 0-7 (1 2pt, 0-2 f), D Laide 1-1, D Lane 0-3 (0-1 f), L Mac Gearailt, D Murphy, C Moynihan 0-1 each.
Cork: B Hegarty 0-6 (0-5 f), R O’Donovan 1-3, E Ahern 1-2 (0-2 f), A O’Herlihy 0-3, L O’Neill 1-0, K O’Shea, R Twohig (1 2pt f) 0-2 each.
KERRY: C O’Donnell (Tarbert); E Mangan (Austin Stacks), J Breen (Listowel Emmets), C Clifford (Dr Crokes); D Murphy (Listry, capt), S Clifford (Listry), M Corridon (Ardfert); M Ó Sé (An Ghaeltacht), T Slattery (Na Gaeil); L Mac Gearailt (An Ghaeltacht), D Keane (Kilcummin), J Collins (Ballymacelligott); D Lane (Austin Stacks), O Buckley (Beale), S Scroope (Legion).
Subs: J Ziober (Milltown/Castlemaine) for C Clifford (11-14, temp), C Moynihan (Rathmore) for S Scroope, D Laide (Finuge) for O Buckley (both h-t), T Lenihan (Churchill) for T Slattery (45), P O’Sullivan (Firies) for M Corridon (51), T Kenneally (Listowel Emmets) for J Collins (55).
CORK: R Twohig (Kilmeen); R McCormack (Midleton), G Oronsaye (Liscarroll/Churchtown Gaels), C Garvey (St Finbarr’s); D O’Sullivan (Erin’s Own), C Downing (Adrigole), E Lynch (Ballincollig); K O’Shea (Urhan), P Kelly (Naomh Abán); E Ahern (Carrigaline), B Hegarty (Ballinora), J Miskella (Ballincollig, capt); A O’Herlihy (St Finbarr’s), J Barry (Aghinagh), D Herlihy (Shamrocks).
Subs: R O’Donovan (Barryroe) for J Barry (42), L O’Neill (Carbery Rangers) for D Herlihy, P O’Connor (Lisgoold) for R McCormack (both 50), M Corkery (Nemo Rangers) for J Miskella (51), M Power (Charleville) for C Garvey (58).
Referee: Eoin Keane (Clare).
Cork will begin their All-Ireland Senior Football Championship campaign later this month following Monday’s draw at Croke Park, which has paired them with old rivals Meath in Round 1.
This will be the sides’ third meeting of the season, following earlier encounters in Páirc Uí Rinn and Croke Park during Division 2 of the Allianz Football League.
As Munster finalists, Cork have been awarded home advantage for the fixture, in line with all provincial finalists.
The game is scheduled to take place on the weekend of May 23rd/24th, with further fixture details to be confirmed in due course.
2026 Championship Structure:
The 2026 format features 16 teams — the eight provincial finalists, seven top-ranked league teams, and the Tailteann Cup winners — competing in an updated knockout system where two defeats result in elimination.
Round 1 (May 23rd/24th & 30th/31st):
The eight provincial finalists are drawn against the remaining qualifiers, with home advantage awarded to the provincial teams. Winners advance to Round 2A, while defeated sides move to Round 2B.
Round 2A & 2B (June 13th/14th):
Round 2A sees the Round 1 winners face off, with victors progressing directly to the All-Ireland quarter-finals and losers dropping to Round 3.
Round 2B features the Round 1 losers, where winners advance to Round 3 and losers exit the championship.
Round 3 (June 20th/21st):
The four Round 2A losers play the four Round 2B winners, with the victors booking their place in the quarter-finals.
Quarter-Finals (June 27th/28th):
The four Round 2A winners meet the four Round 3 winners.
Semi-Finals & Final (July):
The semi-finals will determine the finalists, with the All-Ireland Final scheduled for July 26th.
Full Round 1 Draw (first team at home):
May 23rd/24th:
Cork v Meath
Kerry v Donegal
Galway v Kildare
Roscommon v Tyrone
May 30th/31st:
Armagh v Derry
Monaghan v Mayo
Dublin v Louth
Cork Minor Football manager Keith Ricken has named his team to face Kerry in Phase 2, Round 2 of the Electric Ireland Minor Football Championship.
The game takes place on Monday at 7pm in Tralee.
The Cork team is as follows
Tickets for the game can be purchased below
