"A replay looked inevitable when Orlaith Cahalane found the back of the net, but it's almost fitting that Carrie Dolan's free won it for the Tribeswomen - she finishes the day with 0-7 to her name."
"Cork battled hard despite the numerical advantage. They could have levelled things up in the dying seconds, but Galway made use of the extra body brilliantly."
"The Rebels' 3-in-a-row dreams are dashed - Galway claim their fifth-ever O'Duffy Cup!"
Galway triumphed over Cork in a thrilling match, securing their fifth O'Duffy Cup title. Carrie Dolan's free kick was decisive, adding to her impressive total of 0-7. Despite being a player down, Cork fought valiantly and nearly equalized in the final moments. Galway's strategy to utilize their numerical advantage effectively allowed them to dominate the full-back line and maintain possession, ultimately concluding the game on a high note and halting Cork's pursuit of a third consecutive championship.
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