02/09/2026
πLaois Masters Storm Into All-Ireland Final
Full Time: Laois Masters 2-11 | Mayo 1-13
Laois Masters produced a superb display on Saturday to overcome Mayo and book their place in the All-Ireland Masters final for the first time in seven years.
From the opening whistle, Laois exploded out of the blocks. It took just 20 seconds for Arnie Mahon to rattle the Mayo net, before a quick point stretched the lead to 1-01 within two minutes.
As the contest settled into a fast-paced battle, Laois began cutting through the Mayo defence. Darren Strong linked up brilliantly with Paul Lawlor and Lee Murphy in the forward line, helping Laois carry a deserved five-point cushion into the half-time break.
Mayo pushed hard after the restart, pinning Laois back, but the defence held firm under heavy pressure. Laois extended the margin to six before Mayo mounted a fierce fightback, scoring several unanswered points to shift the momentum.
Just as the game hung in the balance, Lee Murphy delivered the decisive blowβstriking a crucial goal to give Laois crucial breathing space.
The closing minutes tested every ounce of resolve as tired legs took their toll. Mayo fought to the absolute end, but a relentless defensive effort ensured Laois held out for a famous victory built on grit, composure, and a lightning start.
After seven years of waiting, Laois Masters are back on the biggest stage. They now turn their sights to the All-Ireland final, where Down await following their semi-final win over Kildare.
Laois Scorers:
* Lee Murphy: 1-02
* Arnie Mahon: 1-01
* Darren Strong: 0-03
* Bobby Doyle: 0-02
* Paul Lawlor: 0-02
* Bob Doogue: 0-01