Monaghan 3-16 (3-4-8) Cork 1-15 (1-2-11)
By Colm Shalvey at Inniskeen
Monaghan returned to winning ways in Division Two of the Allianz FL in an entertaining clash with Cork in Inniskeen on Saturday.
First-half goals by Jack McCarron, Stephen O’Hanlon and Ryan Wylie sent Monaghan on their way to their third win from four games as they once again passed the 20-point mark. 1-8 by Mark Cronin kept Cork in it, but Rory Beggan’s long-range frees into the wind in the second half proved crucial for Monaghan.
Cork were first on the scoreboard through Cathail O’Mahony, but while it took Monaghan seven minutes to open their account, their first score was a major, with Jack McCarron converting a penalty. The visitors replied through the in-form Chris Óg Jones, while both sides had shots at goal saved during the opening quarter, with Rory Beggan and Patrick Doyle denying Mark Cronin and Stephen O’Hanlon.
O’Hanlon wouldn’t have to wit too much longer, however, until he cut in to mark his first appearance of the season with Monaghan’s second goal. Seán Jones added a two-point score for the hosts, with David Garland, Ciarán McNulty and McCarron also on target, while Seán McDonnell, Paul Walsh and Cronin kept Cork in touch. Monaghan hit the net again when O’Hanlon turned provider for Ryan Wylie to coolly tuck away and send his side in at half-time leading by 3-5 to 0-5.
An exhibition of free-taking by Rory Beggan helped keep Monaghan clear in the second half, despite Cork gradually getting on top in the middle third. Cronin kicked some fine scores to keep the Rebels in the hunt and he buried the second penalty of the game on the hour mark to give their challenge further impetus.
The visitors’ were slowly working their way back into the mix, but points from Conor McCarthy and McNulty gave Monaghan some breathing space, before Beggan took his personal tally to 0-7 deep into added time.
Scorers for Monaghan: Rory Beggan 0-7 (3 2-pt-f, 1f), Jack McCarron 1-2 (1-0 pen, 2fs), Stephen O’Hanlon 1-0, Ryan Wylie 1-0, Ciarán McNulty 0-2, Seán Jones 0-2 (1 2-pt), David Garland 0-2, Conor McCarthy 0-1.
Scorers for Cork: Mark Cronin 1-8 (1-0 pen, 1 2-pt, 1 2-pt-f, 4fs), Cathail O’Mahony 0-2, Chris Óg Jones 0-2 (1f), Paul Walsh 0-1; Seán McDonnell 0-1; Conor Cahalane 0-1.
Monaghan: Rory Beggan; Ryan O’Toole, Killian Lavelle, Dylan Byrne; Ryan Wylie, Louis Kelly, Conor McCarthy; Mícheál McCarville, Gavin McPhillips; Stephen O’Hanlon, Mícheál Bannigan (Capt.), Ciarán McNulty; Jack McCarron, Seán Jones, David Garland.
Subs: Andrew Woods for Jones (52); Kieran Duffy for Wylie (55); Jason Irwin for O’Hanlon (58); Bobby McCaul for McCarron (61); Kevin Loughran for Kelly (69).
Cork: Patrick Doyle; Seán Brady, Neil Lordan, Daniel O’Mahony (Capt.); Mattie Taylor, Brian O’Driscoll, Rory Maguire; Seán Walsh, Colm O’Callaghan; Paul Walsh, Tommy Walsh, Seán McDonnell; Mark Cronin, Cathail O’Mahony, Chris Óg Jones.
Subs: Briain Murphy for Lordan (inj., 27); Ruairí Deane for O’Driscoll (38); Ian Maguire for P Walsh (42); Eoghan McSweeney for O’Mahony (53); Conor Cahalane for T Walsh (60); Luke Murphy for McDonnell (66).
Referee: Fergal Kelly (Longford).
Allianz FL D2: Monaghan defeat Cork
Monaghan 3-16 (3-4-8) Cork 1-15 (1-2-11)
By Colm Shalvey at Inniskeen
Monaghan returned to winning ways in Division Two of the Allianz FL in an entertaining clash with Cork in Inniskeen on Saturday.
First-half goals by Jack McCarron, Stephen O’Hanlon and Ryan Wylie sent Monaghan on their way to their third win from four games as they once again passed the 20-point mark. 1-8 by Mark Cronin kept Cork in it, but Rory Beggan’s long-range frees into the wind in the second half proved crucial for Monaghan.
Cork were first on the scoreboard through Cathail O’Mahony, but while it took Monaghan seven minutes to open their account, their first score was a major, with Jack McCarron converting a penalty. The visitors replied through the in-form Chris Óg Jones, while both sides had shots at goal saved during the opening quarter, with Rory Beggan and Patrick Doyle denying Mark Cronin and Stephen O’Hanlon.
O’Hanlon wouldn’t have to wit too much longer, however, until he cut in to mark his first appearance of the season with Monaghan’s second goal. Seán Jones added a two-point score for the hosts, with David Garland, Ciarán McNulty and McCarron also on target, while Seán McDonnell, Paul Walsh and Cronin kept Cork in touch. Monaghan hit the net again when O’Hanlon turned provider for Ryan Wylie to coolly tuck away and send his side in at half-time leading by 3-5 to 0-5.
An exhibition of free-taking by Rory Beggan helped keep Monaghan clear in the second half, despite Cork gradually getting on top in the middle third. Cronin kicked some fine scores to keep the Rebels in the hunt and he buried the second penalty of the game on the hour mark to give their challenge further impetus.
The visitors’ were slowly working their way back into the mix, but points from Conor McCarthy and McNulty gave Monaghan some breathing space, before Beggan took his personal tally to 0-7 deep into added time.
Scorers for Monaghan: Rory Beggan 0-7 (3 2-pt-f, 1f), Jack McCarron 1-2 (1-0 pen, 2fs), Stephen O’Hanlon 1-0, Ryan Wylie 1-0, Ciarán McNulty 0-2, Seán Jones 0-2 (1 2-pt), David Garland 0-2, Conor McCarthy 0-1.
Scorers for Cork: Mark Cronin 1-8 (1-0 pen, 1 2-pt, 1 2-pt-f, 4fs), Cathail O’Mahony 0-2, Chris Óg Jones 0-2 (1f), Paul Walsh 0-1; Seán McDonnell 0-1; Conor Cahalane 0-1.
Monaghan: Rory Beggan; Ryan O’Toole, Killian Lavelle, Dylan Byrne; Ryan Wylie, Louis Kelly, Conor McCarthy; Mícheál McCarville, Gavin McPhillips; Stephen O’Hanlon, Mícheál Bannigan (Capt.), Ciarán McNulty; Jack McCarron, Seán Jones, David Garland.
Subs: Andrew Woods for Jones (52); Kieran Duffy for Wylie (55); Jason Irwin for O’Hanlon (58); Bobby McCaul for McCarron (61); Kevin Loughran for Kelly (69).
Cork: Patrick Doyle; Seán Brady, Neil Lordan, Daniel O’Mahony (Capt.); Mattie Taylor, Brian O’Driscoll, Rory Maguire; Seán Walsh, Colm O’Callaghan; Paul Walsh, Tommy Walsh, Seán McDonnell; Mark Cronin, Cathail O’Mahony, Chris Óg Jones.
Subs: Briain Murphy for Lordan (inj., 27); Ruairí Deane for O’Driscoll (38); Ian Maguire for P Walsh (42); Eoghan McSweeney for O’Mahony (53); Conor Cahalane for T Walsh (60); Luke Murphy for McDonnell (66).
Referee: Fergal Kelly (Longford).
The Cork Senior Football team to play Monaghan has been announced;
Cork Camogie to play Waterford in SuperValu Párc Uí Chaoimh this weekend
Speaking at the launch of Camogie Leagues early this week, Meabh Cahalane, from one of Cork’s great sporting families, is eager for another season at senior inter-county level.
Cork Camogie faces Waterford in the Very National League Division 1A on Saturday in SuperValu Párc Uí Chaoimh, and Cahalane knows the challenge ahead. “We went away to Waterford, played them at WIT, and only won by a point. It was a really tough game,” she recalls. “We’ve gotten quite familiar with them over the years in the league and Munster Championship.”
Looking ahead, she emphasizes the growing competitiveness in camogie. “It isn’t just Cork, Kilkenny, and Galway anymore—teams like Waterford, Tipperary, and Dublin are really pushing on.”
After last year’s All-Ireland triumph, Cahalane hopes Cork can build on their depth and resilience. “We had a strong panel and a strong bench, which made the difference. Hopefully, we’ll make an impression in the league from the get-go.”
Cork v Waterford – Very National Hurling League Division 1A Camogie
Cork GAA fans are in for an exciting afternoon of camogie action on Saturday, 22nd February 2025, as SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh hosts the 2024 All-Ireland Camogie Champions in their opening league game of the season.
🏟 Stadium Opens: 1:00 PM
🏑 Throw-In: 2:00 PM – Cork vs Waterford
☁ Weather: Partly cloudy with rain – Check Met Éireann for updates.
Matchday Information
Tickets
🎟 Tickets are available
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📌 All attendees, including under 16s, must have a ticket.
❌ No ticket sales at the venue.
Stadium Access & Seating
🔹 Gates open at 1:00 PM for general access.
🔹 Only the South Stand Lower is open for this match.
🔹 All other stands remain closed.
Getting to the Stadium
🚶♂️ Walking: The stadium is a 25-minute walk from Cork city centre and connects via the Mahon to Passage Greenway Walk.
🚌 Public Transport: Bus routes 202 and 212 stop near the stadium. Kent Station is a 35-minute walk away.
Parking
🚗 No parking at the stadium.
✔ Alternative parking options:
🚧 Gardaí will enforce a cordon around the stadium – plan your travel accordingly.
Facilities
🍔 Food & Drinks: Food counters, sweet shops, and bars will be open throughout the stadium.
SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh thanks fans for their support.
We look forward to an exciting afternoon of camogie!
For updates, visit www.gaacork.ie or follow @paircuichaoimh on social media.
Cork Senior Football V Monaghan Fixture Change;
The Cork Senior Hurling Team to Play Tipperary has been announced;
The Cork Senior Hurling team to play Tipperary in the Allianz Hurling league at FBD Semple Stadium, Thurles on Saturday 22nd February 7.30pm has been announced;