SIX QUESTIONS ANSWERED

1 WHO STRUCK FOR GOLD?

He’ll settle for being lethal from all of a foot from goal. Cathal Dunbar’s poaching instincts served him well, squeezing the ball over the line late on to effectively settle the game.

2 TOP DEFENSIVE PERFORMER?

Kevin Foley was one of the defining figures of this game, providing extra cover when needed at the end and stealing forward for a super score in the second half.

3 WHO WON THE TACTICAL BATTLE?

Wexford looked so much more comfortable in running the ball, particularly against the wind, even if it tested the patience of the crowd at times in the first half.

4 HOW DID THE REFEREE DO?

Alan Kelly’s decision to red card Conor Delaney was just one decision that had Brian Cody in a temper, though Davy Fitzgerald wasn’t too happy that the free-count went Kilkenny’s way.

5 WHAT WAS THE BEST SCORE?

Lee Chin showed serious leadership in the second half, firing over three points, including one inspirational one from the left sideline.

6 WHICH ROOKIES IMPRESSED?

Darren Byrne has been a rock for Wexford in this campaign, only to struggle in the role of ball-carrying full-back against the wind. More a day when some familiar leaders stood up – Rory O’Connor and Chin were outstanding.