Cork–Derry All-Ireland MFC semi-final fixed for Parnell Park

Cork will face Derry in the Electric Ireland All-Ireland MFC semi-final at Parnell Park on Saturday at 4pm, with the venue and throw-in time confirmed on Tuesday morning.

The Rebels arrive in Dublin with real momentum after their impressive 3-19 to 1-12 quarter-final win over Meath in Thurles, a performance that underlined both their attacking sharpness and their growing confidence. 

That victory was built on a superb display from goalkeeper Rory Twohig, who contributed 0-9 from placed balls — including three two-pointers — while Eoghan Ahern, Kieran O’Shea and Joe Miskella struck the goals.

The result secured Cork’s return to the last four, where they now meet a Derry side who overcame Roscommon by 2-12 to 1-9 in their All-Ireland quarter-final, sealed by a late Rocco Devlin goal at Kingspan Breffni. 

Cork, the Munster champions, have shown strong balance across the field. Their ability to finish games strongly has been a hallmark of their run so far.

Parnell Park, a compact venue, should lend itself to an exciting game, and Cork will hope for strong Rebel support in the capital.