Summary

  • All-Ireland Senior Football Final

  • FT: Kerry 1-17 Mayo 1-20 - watch GAA Social live on BBC Sport

  • David Clifford nets in 15th minute to put six points clear

  • Mayo fight back to trail by one point at the break

  • Darragh Beirne scores after restart to put Mayo four points up

  • Mayo end 75-year wait for Sam Maguire Cup

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  1. Over and outpublished at 18:30 BST

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    Mayo celebrate winning the All-IrelandImage source, Getty Images

    That is all from us as Mayo end their 75-year wait for Sam Maguire with a famous All-Ireland final victory over Kerry at Croke Park.

    You can find the match report, reaction, interviews and highlights from the final on the BBC Sport NI website.

    If you missed it, you'll also be able to check out the GAA Social later on BBC Sounds.

    That also brings the curtain down on another unforgettable year of county football.

    From the National League and provincial championships through to the All-Ireland final, thank you for following our live coverage throughout the 2026 season.

    Enjoy the celebrations if you're from Mayo, and we'll see you again.

  2. Watch: Mayo lift Sam Maguirepublished at 18:26 BST

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    Watch highlights from as Mayo beat Kerry to end 75-year wait and lift Sam Maguire.

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    Full-time - Kerry 1-17 Mayo 1-20

  3. 'We have been dreaming about this all our lives'published at 18:23 BST

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    Mayo manager Andy Moran on the GAA Social:

    "It is hard to put into words.

    "This year we said we would just embrace it. Today is just relief, it really is relief.

    "We have been dreaming about this all our lives. We have no idea [what is to come].

    "For us, this has been everything. We have given up family life, time with your kids and everyone has been doing that. It means the world to us."

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    Get Involvedpublished at 18:21 BST

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    Thinking of my late father, from Westport in Mayo, he was only 28 when Mayo last won the All-Ireland final, but lads please show your respect to any funeral cortege you happen to pass during your well-earned celebrations, can't wait another 75 years!

    Neil, Colchester

    Great game and great result Mayo! Just remember to be respectful how you celebrate - it can have consequences…

    Robert, Todmorden

  5. Mayo fans savour the momentpublished at 18:19 BST

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    No one in green and red is in any hurry to leave Croke Park.

    Long after the final whistle and trophy presentation, thousands of Mayo supporters remain in the stands, singing, embracing and capturing every moment of a day they have waited 75 years to experience.

    The Sam Maguire Cup is finally heading west, and the celebrations are only just beginning as generations of Mayo fans soak up a truly unforgettable afternoon.

  6. Postpublished at 18:17 BST

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    I think the Sam Maguire has done more laps of Croke Park that we seen in the Formula 1 in Hungary earlier.

    The Mayo players are enjoying their moment.

    Mayo players celebrateImage source, Getty Images
  7. 'One of the greatest sporting stories'published at 18:14 BST

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    Padraig O'Hara
    Former Mayo defender on BBC Sport NI

    This is and will go down as one of the greatest sporting stories, particularly in this country.

    It is a story of resilience, bravery and courage. That is what they showed today and what separated the teams. It was not skillset or personnel.

    If you are going to take anything away from today that is all you need going forward in life, no matter how bad it gets or where you find yourself. If you keep stepping forward and show a bit of bravery, these days come and the sun shines again.

    It is finally Mayo's day again.

  8. 'Today, we have the Sam Maguire in our back pocket' - Darragh Biernepublished at 18:10 BST

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    Darragh Beirne speaking to BBC Sport NI:

    "We had absolutely no fear of anyone."

    "We had to run towards the fire. We couldn't be running away from it as we did in the league.

    "We had to beat them head on, hit everything that moved, and luckily we took a few chances down the stretch to bring it home."

    The 19-year-old also revealed he had visualised his crucial goal before the final:

    "I had envisioned during the week that the ball would get flicked across to me and I was going to hit it top right.

    "When the ball came to me, I just put the foot through it, seen it nestle in the top corner and the rest is history."

    Beirne said the young Mayo squad never doubted they belonged on the biggest stage:

    "Everyone had written us off after Roscommon. We had five weeks to regroup."

    "We came into the championship with one aim - for Jack Coyne to go up the Hogan Stand steps. Today we're sitting here with Sam Maguire in the back pocket."

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    Get Involvedpublished at 18:07 BST

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    So proud of a wonderful group of players and manager It was a phenomenal performance from all the guys We will celebrate for a long time after this unique occasion

    John, born in Mayo now living in the West Midlands

    What a game! Congratulations to the people of Mayo, you’ve waited for so long. Have a fantastic night tonight!!

    Tom, Colchester

  10. Postpublished at 18:05 BST

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    Oisin McConville
    Armagh All-Ireland winner on BBC Sport NI

    Every time that Kerry had the ball, Mayo put them under pressure. It was just such a brave performance and when you are trying to do something you have not done for 75 years, you have to be brave.

    Mayo have so many heroes today and so many peoples had huge days.

  11. Postpublished at 18:01 BST

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    howlongmayo twitter accountImage source, X

  12. Clifford left heartbrokenpublished at 17:59 BST

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    David Clifford dejectedImage source, Getty Images
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    Sometimes it's just not your day.

    David Clifford gave everything, but it was not enough to keep Kerry on the throne.

    The Kingdom talisman finished with 1-6, producing another masterclass on the biggest stage and dragging his side back into contention with a series of crucial scores as the clock ticked down.

    Yet, despite his late rally and relentless efforts to inspire those around him, Mayo held firm.

  13. Postpublished at 17:56 BST

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    Ryan O'Donoghue celebratesImage source, Getty Images

    That's one to get framed.

    All the Mayo players are enjoying the moment, but Ryan O'Donoghue has been giving it stacks out there.

    A contender for player of the year.

  14. Postpublished at 17:54 BST

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    Andy Moran celebrates with Bob TuhoyImage source, Inpho

    What a job that Andy Moran has done with Mayo.

    'The Dog Days are Over' blares out at Croke Park. They certainly are.

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    Get Involvedpublished at 17:52 BST

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    Never in my lifetime, I would ever see the day, Mayo have won the All Ireland Football Championship.

    Callum, Stafford

    Can only imagine the scenes in Galway and all of County Mayo right now. Brilliant. Nothing better than a drought breaking win in sport and they don't come much more well-earned than that.

    Scott, Australia

    Delighted for Mayo!! It was your day!! From a Galway supporter.

    Marie, London

  16. 'Words do not do Moran justice'published at 17:49 BST

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    More from Mayo captain Jack Coyne on BBC Sport NI:

    "To the main man, Andy Moran.

    "Words do not do this man justice. From our first meeting with Andy, we knew where this side was going.

    "Not only did you encourage us to be better footballers, but better people and I thank you for everything."

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    Get Involvedpublished at 17:47 BST

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    First GAA match I've ever watched and that brought me to tears. What a match!

    William, Belfast

    Well done Mayo! A fabulous game and an impressive win after a 75 years wait.

    Paul, Shrewsbury

  18. 'Mayo were so brave'published at 17:44 BST

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    Killian Young
    Former Kerry player on BBC Sport NI

    Mayo were so brave all over the pitch today.

    I have never been in a stadium like this before, I do not know how they are going to clear this place out!

  19. More coveragepublished at 17:44 BST

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    The coverage on BBC Two is now over but we'll have a live GAA Social right here and on BBC iPlayer for more reaction.

    Stay tuned!

  20. 'We kept the faith' - Jack Coynepublished at 17:43 BST

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    Mayo Captain Jack Coyne speaking to Mark Sidebottom on BBC Sport NI:

    "We kept the faith. We're All-Ireland champions."

    "This is what every day of my life I've dreamed of doing. To be able to do this, I can't put it into words."

    Coyne hailed manager Andy Moran for transforming the squad's belief:

    "That man has never shown any doubt in this team. He is an incredible person - not even a manager, a person. He makes you feel 10 feet tall."

    "It's not just about this group. It's about the men who fought for many years. Today is about Mayo and everyone in Mayo. Anything is possible."