Mayo player ratings: Forwards to the fore on day of joy
Mayo has secured their fourth All-Ireland championship title after a 75-year wait, defeating Kerry in a hard-fought final. The victory was defined by a strong defensive performance and key contributions from the forward line.
Why it matters
This marks a historic milestone for Mayo GAA, ending decades of championship drought and significant sporting anguish.
After 75 years of anguish, Mayo are All-Ireland champions for the fourth time.
Playing in his first final, the Breaffy shot-stopper can feel slightly let down by his teammates' inability to reclaim his long kick-outs in the first half. However, he mixed it up as the game went on, and grew into the final, making an important save with the final kick of the game.
The Mayo captain was fortunate not to see yellow for a challenge on Dylan Casey before the break in the only blemish on his card. Used the last of his energy in a remarkable post-game speech.
In spite of David Clifford's prolific excellence, take nothing away from the Castlebar man. A constant thorn in the side of the Kerry attack.
Was part of an impressive defensive performance as Mayo thwarted all of Kerry's attacking momentum from the opening half hour.
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