History made as Tipp down the Rebels

Tipperary 3-15

Cork 2-16

It took seventy two years for it to happen, but when it did, as Carsberg might say, it was probably worth waiting for.

Pigs flew in Semple Stadium on Sunday afternoon last in the Munster senior football semi-final when rank outsiders Tipperary downed The Rebels of Cork in a pulsating game of football which climaxed in a frenzied finale as Liam Kearns men dived over the finish line with their noses in front.

See this weeks Tipperary Star for full reports, reaction and analysis.