In the upcoming TG4 All-Ireland ladies football semi-finals, two long-standing rivals will face each other once again. These teams have already competed in five finals within the last decade alone, making this rematch all the more intriguing.
During these finals, Dublin’s Rowe was a participant, unfortunately, losing all three of them. One of these memorable clashes was the 2014 decider, where Cork staged an incredible comeback to secure victory after being 10 points behind.
Cork continued their dominance by defeating Dublin in the 2015 final by a mere two points. They went on to secure six consecutive titles, including another victory over Dublin in the 2016 final.
However, Dublin managed to gain revenge by winning the finals in both 2018 and 2020, breaking Cork’s winning streak. This intense rivalry between the two football strongholds has persisted over the years.
Rowe reflects on this rivalry, stating, “For myself and some of the older players, this rivalry is always on our minds. The Cork teams were exceptional, and many of those talented players are still involved today. The influence of the O’Sullivan sisters, in particular, cannot be underestimated.”
Furthermore, Rowe acknowledges the growth of Cork’s young players and the challenges they bring to the game. Dublin is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to face these threats and overcome them.
Looking at the upcoming All-Ireland title race, Dublin is considered the narrow favorites. They aim to reclaim the title they last won in 2020, completing a four-in-a-row. However, their journey is hindered by Munster champions, Cork, who still hold a formidable position in the semifinals.
Considering their previous encounters, the meeting between Dublin and Cork in the National League earlier this year was a thrilling affair. The match ended with seven goals, and Dublin emerged victorious by a single point. Rowe played a crucial role, scoring the decisive goal. Dublin’s team has also been boosted by the return of the experienced and respected Sinead Aherne.
Rowe expresses her excitement about Aherne’s comeback, stating, “She made an immediate impact by scoring a goal in the quarter-final. Her football intelligence is invaluable to our team, and we’re thrilled to have her with us once again.”
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