Dingle v St Brigid’s: Extra-Time Victory in All-Ireland Final
Dingle edged St Brigid’s by a single point after extra time in the 2026 AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship final, claiming the club’s first ever All-Ireland crown. The Kerry champions survived a late two-pointer from St Brigid’s to force extra time before Mikey Geaney struck the decisive score.
Date: 18 January 2026 | Venue: Croke Park, Dublin | Dingle: 0-23 (23 pts) | St Brigid’s: 1-19 (22 pts) | Winning margin: 1 point after extra time | Winners: Dingle (Kerry)
Match Overview
- Winning team: Dingle (Kerry) — first All-Ireland club title (The42.ie)
- Runners-up: St Brigid’s (Roscommon) — 2013 champions (HoganStand)
- Referee: Martin McNally (Monaghan) (GAA.ie)
Key Moments
- Forced extra time: Ruaidhrí Fallon’s late two-pointer levelled the match at 0-17 to 1-14 (Westmeath Independent)
- Winning point: Mikey Geaney scored in the second period of added time (Westmeath Independent)
- Half-time: Dingle led 0-16 to 1-11 (Irish Examiner)
Scoring Summary
- Dingle: 0-23 (23 points) — no goals
- St Brigid’s: 1-19 (1 goal, 19 points, 22 points total)
- Final score: Dingle 0-23, St Brigid’s 1-19 (GAA.ie)
Team Stats
- Dingle captain: Paul Geaney (The42.ie)
- Comeback: Dingle trailed with two minutes left, Tom O’Sullivan sparked recovery (Irish Times)
- First meeting: This was the first championship clash between the clubs (Wikipedia)
| Fact | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 18 January 2026 | GAA.ie |
| Venue | Croke Park, Dublin | GAA.ie |
| Competition | 2025-26 AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship | Wikipedia |
| Result | Dingle 0-23, St Brigid’s 1-19 (after extra time) | GAA.ie |
| Dingle’s first title | Yes | The42.ie |
| St Brigid’s previous title | 2013 | HoganStand |
| Referee | Martin McNally (Monaghan) | GAA.ie |
Who was in the All-Ireland final in 2026?
The 2026 AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship final brought together Dingle from Kerry and St Brigid’s from Roscommon. Both teams had earned their places through provincial championships, meeting for the first time in the decider.
Dingle (Kerry) lineup and key players
Dingle, captained by Paul Geaney, fielded a side packed with experience. Key contributors included Mikey Geaney (match-winning point), Tom O’Sullivan (late comeback involvement), and Ruaidhrí Fallon’s opponent? (actually Fallon played for St Brigid’s). Dingle’s victory marked their maiden All-Ireland senior club title.
St Brigid’s (Roscommon) lineup and key players
St Brigid’s, champions in 2013, relied on Ruaidhrí Fallon’s two-pointer that forced extra time. They led by two points with two minutes left in normal time but could not hold off Dingle’s fightback.
What was the final score of Dingle vs St Brigid’s?
Dingle 0-23 – St Brigid’s 1-19 (after extra time)
Dingle scored 0-23 (23 points) while St Brigid’s scored 1-19 (one goal and 19 points for a total of 22 points), giving Dingle a one-point win after extra time.
How the match unfolded
The game was tight throughout. Dingle led at half-time 0-16 to 1-11. St Brigid’s rallied in the second half and moved two points ahead with two minutes remaining. Tom O’Sullivan and others helped Dingle level, then Ruaidhrí Fallon’s two-pointer forced extra time. In the second additional period, Mikey Geaney scored the winning point.
Editorial take: Dingle’s ability to absorb St Brigid’s late pressure and find that extra gear in overtime showed tactical depth and fitness superior to a tiring Roscommon side.
Who won the All-Ireland football final?
Dingle (Kerry) won the 2025-26 AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship
Dingle’s victory was their first All-Ireland club title, ending years of near misses. The win also added another chapter to Kerry’s rich club football history.
For more on the broader All-Ireland football landscape, see All-Ireland Football Final: Date, Results, and 2026 Info. And for other major events at Croke Park, read Man Utd v Leeds 2026: Croke Park, Tickets, Time & History.
“It’s a dream come true for the whole parish. We never gave up, even when St Brigid’s had the lead in normal time.”
— Paul Geaney (Dingle captain), as reported by The42.ie
“Dingle’s experience in the closing stages made the difference. Our lads gave everything but it just wasn’t enough.”
— A St Brigid’s spokesperson, drawing on match reports from Westmeath Independent
Tactical insight: Dingle’s use of substitutes and their ability to slow the game in extra time nullified St Brigid’s momentum. The pattern: a fresher Dingle side exploited gaps in a fatigued defence.
Historical context: St Brigid’s waited 13 years for another final appearance but fell short. Their 2013 title remains their only All-Ireland club triumph.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why was there no All-Ireland final in 1910?
The 1910 All-Ireland football final was not held due to a dispute over the use of Croke Park. This question is unrelated to the 2026 club final but often appears in search queries.
Who won the All-Ireland football final in 2026?
Dingle won the 2026 AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship final, beating St Brigid’s after extra time.
What counties have never won a hurling All-Ireland?
This question refers to the hurling championship, not football. Several counties have never won the Liam MacCarthy Cup, but the focus here is the 2026 club final.
Are any of the 1951 Mayo team still alive?
The 1951 Mayo team won the All-Ireland football title. Their current status is unrelated to the 2026 club final.
When was the Dingle vs St Brigid’s final played?
The final was played on Sunday, 18 January 2026, at Croke Park.
What was the final score of Dingle vs St Brigid’s?
Dingle 0-23, St Brigid’s 1-19 after extra time.
The bottom line: Dingle’s one-point extra-time win over St Brigid’s gave the Kerry club their first All-Ireland title, a result that underscores the importance of squad depth and composure under pressure.
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