Cork Intermediate Football Championship: Key Matches Await; Adrigole Eyes Title

The Cork Intermediate Football Championship continues to heat up as teams battle through the knockout stages. Here’s a recap of the latest action and a look ahead to the upcoming matches:

Quarter-Finals & Semi-Finals Set

• Quarter-Finals: Gabriel Rangers vs. Ballinora, Ilen Rovers vs. Mitchelstown
• Semi-Finals: Adrigole vs. (Ilen Rovers/Mitchelstown), Kilmurry vs. (Gabriel Rangers/Ballinora)
• Relegation Play-Off: Dromtarriffe vs. St. Vincent’s

Adrigole’s Title Shot

Beaten semi-finalists in the past two seasons, Adrigole has once again stormed into the final four. After winning all three group matches, their place in the semi-finals is well-deserved. Tim O’Sullivan’s team secured a 2-14 to 1-10 victory over Ballinora, with Charlie and Ben O’Sullivan leading the scoring with 0-3 each, and goals from Connie O’Shea and Neil O’Sullivan.

“We were delighted to win all three group games. It’s a great achievement for the lads.”

– Tim O’Sullivan, Adrigole manager

Gabriel Rangers & Mitchelstown Rise

Gabriel Rangers topped Group 1 after defeating Dromtarriffe 0-20 to 1-10. Seán Kelleher and Mark Cronin were instrumental in the victory, scoring 0-6 and 0-4 respectively. Meanwhile, Mitchelstown secured a crucial win against Kildorrery, Thanks to Cork footballer Cathail O’Mahony’s 1-6, they’ll face Ilen Rovers in the quarter-finals.

Kilmurry’s Momentum Rolling

Last year’s Premier JFC winners, Kilmurry, top Group 3 after a 2-11 to 0-9 win over Boherbue. Rory Duggan and defender William Ronan both found the back of the net, securing their spot in the semi-finals. Ilen Rovers, after a couple of challenging seasons, have halted their slide by defeating St. Vincent’s to reach the quarter-finals.

Relegation Battle Awaits

St. Vincent’s will face Dromtarriffe in the relegation play-off after their defeat to Ilen Rovers. Dromtarriffe lost to Gabriel Rangers and will be determined to avoid dropping down to the Premier Junior ranks.

What’s Next?

• Quarter-Finals: Gabriel Rangers vs. Ballinora, Ilen Rovers vs. Mitchelstown
• Semi-Finals: Adrigole vs. (Ilen Rovers/Mitchelstown), Kilmurry vs. (Gabriel Rangers/Ballinora)
• Relegation Play-Off: Dromtarriffe vs. St. Vincent’s

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Pro Tip

Keep an eye on key players like Adrigole’s Neil O’Sullivan and Gabriel Rangers’ Seán Kelleher, who could make the difference in upcoming matches.

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