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Galway advances to All-Ireland final, defeats Cork 2-26 to 1-18

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 4:28 PM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Galway advances to All-Ireland final, defeats Cork 2-26 to 1-18
Summary

Galway secured a spot in the All-Ireland hurling final by defeating Cork 2-26 to 1-18 at Croke Park on July 4, 2026. This marks Galway's first appearance in the final since 2018. The team showcased a dominant performance, specifically in the second half, limiting Cork to just five points after halftime. Galway utilized an effective strategy, with 14 different scorers contributing, and Jason Rabbitte earning man of the match honors. Following this victory, Galway awaits the outcome of the second semi-final between Limerick and Clare.

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  • •Galway leads 1-13 to 1-12 at halftime
  • •Cork loses captain Darragh Fitzgibbon to a second yellow card
  • •Conor Cooney is Galway's top scorer with 1-1
  • •Jason Rabbitte scores three points and is named man of the match
  • •Galway aims for their first title since 2017 in the final
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  • 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Galway dominate Cork to reach All-Ireland final
  • 4:25 PMBBC Sport — Galway dominate Cork to reach All-Ireland final
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Galway book a place in the All-Ireland hurling final for the first time since 2018 as they upset Cork with a 2-26 to 1-18 win at Croke Park on Saturday.

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Galway book a place in the All-Ireland hurling final for the first time since 2018 as they upset Cork with a 2-26 to 1-18 win at Croke Park on Saturday.

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