Joe Brolly: For Mayo and Galway - now that it is better to lose - where does that leave their desire in Connacht final?

In the lead-up to the Connacht final, there were discussions among club players about Mayo's chances. Opinions varied, with prominent player Séamus Durcan emphasizing the importance of the final despite some belief it might be better for Mayo to lose. This perspective stemmed from local sentiments about the implications of winning or losing, showcasing the mixed feelings among players such as Fergus Sweeney and Hughie Langan about the upcoming match and the potential ramifications for their region.

"Mayo would be better to lose on Sunday," said Fergus Sweeney on Friday night in the Knockmore clubhouse. "They would," said Hughie Langan."

"It's still a Connacht final," said Séamus Durcan, the most decorated club player in Knockmore's history, a full-back known for his high catching and square protection.

Shane Sweeney once remarked, "he was the only full-back that asked the opposing full-forward for his ID." This highlights Séamus’s formidable reputation.

Despite Séamus Durcan's stature, the consensus leaned towards the belief that it would actually be better for Mayo to lose the upcoming final.

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