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Galway v Cork live updates: Follow the action from All-Ireland senior camogie final
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Galway v Cork live updates: Follow the action from All-Ireland senior camogie final

From Irish Times · () English

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  • Galway and Cork are set to clash in their third consecutive All-Ireland senior camogie final.
  • Cork won the 2024 final, while Galway secured victory in 2025, setting up a trilogy of matches.
  • The intermediate final sees Antrim leading Laois, and Armagh has already won the junior final.

The All-Ireland senior camogie final will feature a highly anticipated trilogy match between Galway and Cork, two dominant forces in the sport. This Sunday at Croke Park, the two teams will compete for the coveted title, marking their third consecutive appearance in the final. The rivalry has seen one win apiece in the previous two finals, with Cork taking the 2024 decider by a single goal and Galway exacting revenge with a dramatic one-point victory in 2025.

Galway's captain, Carrie Dolan, is highlighted as a player who could make a significant difference. Her influence was notably absent when the sides met earlier in the championship group stages in June, where a new-look Cork side secured a comfortable 0-18 to 1-8 victory. However, Galway was not at full strength that day, and the championship's new format meant the fixture had little consequence.

When the sides met again in Athenry in June for the opening round of the championship group stages, a new-look Cork side ran out 0-18 to 1-8 winners in what was another fiery contest. Galway were not at full strength that afternoon, though, and the new format for the championship this year effectively meant there was no real jeopardy hanging over that fixture.

โ€” Gordon ManningA preview highlights a previous championship encounter between Galway and Cork, noting Galway's weakened state.

Both teams have named unchanged lineups from their semi-final victories, indicating confidence in their current squads. Galway's starting team includes Sarah Healy in goal, a strong defense, and a midfield pairing of Ally Hesnan and Carrie Dolan. Cork's lineup features Amy Lee in goal, a solid defense, and a dynamic midfield duo of Ashling Thompson and Laura Hayes.

In the intermediate final, favorites Antrim are leading Laois 0-9 to 0-5, aiming for an Ulster double. Earlier in the day, Armagh narrowly defeated Cavan in a closely contested all-Ulster junior final.

Carrie Dolan didnโ€™t start that game and her influence will make a big difference this weekend.

โ€” Gordon ManningThe preview emphasizes the importance of Galway's captain, Carrie Dolan, for the upcoming final.
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