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Mayo secures All-Ireland title, ending 75-year drought

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 7:36 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Mayo secures All-Ireland title, ending 75-year drought
Summary

Mayo manager Andy Moran expressed deep pride after his team ended a 75-year wait for the All-Ireland title, lifting the Sam Maguire Cup. Jack Coyne became the first Mayo player to hoist the trophy since 1951 following a victory over Kerry. This win marks a significant milestone for Mayo, which had faced a long history of heartbreak in multiple finals. Moran reflected on the emotional significance of the victory for past players and supporters. The All-Ireland championship had been elusive for Mayo, who entered the final as underdogs against a strong Kerry team aiming for back-to-back titles.

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  • •Mayo wins the All-Ireland title after 75 years
  • •Jack Coyne raises the Sam Maguire Cup
  • •Andy Moran emphasizes pride and historical significance
  • •Mayo's previous finals included numerous heartaches
  • •Kerry was aiming for consecutive championship titles
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  • 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Pride and emotion as Mayo end 75-year wait for glory
  • 7:36 PMBBC Sport — Pride and emotion as Mayo end 75-year wait for glory
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Mayo manager Andy Moran tells of his pride and emotion at ending the 75-year wait to lift the All-Ireland.

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Mayo manager Andy Moran tells of his pride and emotion at ending the 75-year wait to lift the All-Ireland.

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