Wicklow stages comeback to beat Down in Tailteann final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Wicklow claimed the Tailteann Cup for the first time after overcoming a 13-point deficit to defeat Down 1-21 to 2-16 at Croke Park on July 11, 2026. After trailing by 12 points at halftime, Wicklow mounted a remarkable comeback, highlighted by a goal from captain Dean Healy that leveled the match. They took their first lead late in the game and secured the win, ensuring their spot in next year’s All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. This victory follows a season in Division Four for Wicklow, who powered through the competition to achieve this historic result.
- •Wicklow was down by 13 points at one stage
- •Dean Healy scored a pivotal goal to level the match
- •Wicklow's comeback included multiple key points late in the game
- •Victory ensures Wicklow's participation in next year's championship
- •Down had led by 12 points at halftime
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Wicklow fight back to stun Down in Tailteann final
"Wicklow come from 13 points behind to stun Down and claim the Tailteann Cup for the first time with a 1-21 to 2-16 victory at a sunny Croke Park.
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