Mayo footballers' All-Ireland triumph triggers wedding plans and AFL move

Mayo ended a 75‑year championship drought by defeating Kerry in the All‑Ireland Senior Football final, lifting the Sam Maguire Cup for the first time since 1951. Defender Jordan Flynn, who played a key role in the victory, announced he will marry his long‑time partner Jessie Brown in December. His younger brother, 18‑year‑old Kobe McDonald, will leave Ireland next month to join the Australian Football League side St Kilda in Melbourne. Their mother, Karen McDonald, said the family is proud of both sons and highlighted the strong bond that extends to their partners.

The win has sparked celebrations across the county, with the Flynn brothers and their partners posing with the trophy. Jordan described the achievement as a “last dance” with his brother before Kobe departs, while Kobe looks forward to beginning his AFL career after completing his Leaving Cert.