For Cork and for Séamus Harnedy, this was a badly needed outing. The team received a stern test and the stalwart marked his return to action with a typical three points from play. “We're all on the one road here as the Cork squad and a bit of hurt after last year, it is not about who gets the scores or anything, it is about getting Cork in front at the end of the game, by means of good performance. “If you're the fella to put it over the bar, so be it; if you're not, then so be it as well. It should not be forgotten that he strove to carry the fight on a day when Cork were under fire.

Source: Irish Examiner February 03, 2026 13:15 UTC