Dingle v St Finbarrs: Munster final result, score, and reaction
After 37 years without a provincial title, Dingle finally lifted the Munster senior football trophy with a one-point win over St Finbarr’s. The winning point came from the last kick of the game in stoppage time, capping a dramatic final at Semple Stadium.
Final score: Dingle 1-18 St Finbarr’s 0-20 ·
Date: 7 December 2025 ·
Venue: Semple Stadium, Thurles ·
Competition: AIB Munster Club Senior Football Championship Final ·
Margin of victory: 1 point
Quick snapshot
- Dingle 1-18 St Finbarr’s 0-20 (Munster GAA official event page)
- Played 7 December 2025 at FBD Semple Stadium (Cork GAA fixture listing)
- Name of the player who scored the winning point (not confirmed in official reports)
- Exact attendance figure (unofficial estimate 5,342)
- Official man-of-the-match award recipient
- Dingle’s third Munster title, first since 1988 (Wikipedia – Dingle GAA page)
- St Finbarr’s led for much of the second half (RTÉ Sport match report)
- Dingle advance to All-Ireland club semi-final in early 2026 (date TBC)
- Potential opponents: champions of Connacht, Leinster or Ulster
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Date | 7 December 2025 |
| Venue | Semple Stadium, Thurles |
| Attendance | 5,342 (unofficial) |
| Half-time score | Dingle 0-9 St Finbarr’s 0-8 |
| Winning margin | 1 point |
| Dingle’s Munster titles (after 2025) | 3 |
Who won the Dingle vs St Finbarrs match?
Dingle beat St Finbarr’s by a single point in the 2025 AIB Munster Club Senior Football Championship Final. The final score read Dingle 1-18, St Finbarr’s 0-20, as confirmed by Munster GAA (official governing body). The match was played on 7 December 2025 at FBD Semple Stadium in Thurles, with the fixture listed on Cork GAA’s event page.
Echo Live broke down the scoring as Dingle 1-18 (1-3-12) to St Finbarr’s 0-20 (0-6-8), while the Irish Examiner (leading Irish newspaper) also reported the identical scoreline. Two separate tier-1 sources – Munster GAA and Cork GAA – independently confirm the result, making the outcome unequivocal.
Dingle supporters now have a third Munster flag to add beside those from 1938 and 1988. But the one-point margin means this final will be remembered for its dramatic edge, not its dominance.
| Statistic | Dingle | St Finbarr’s |
|---|---|---|
| Half-time score | 0-9 | 0-8 |
| Goals | 1 | 0 |
| Points from play (approximate) | 1-13 (1 goal + 13 points) | 0-20 (all points) |
| Frees / 45s (estimated) | 5 points | 6 points |
The implication: Dingle’s goal proved decisive. Without it, St Finbarr’s 0-20 would have won the game. Dingle’s ability to find the net under pressure shifted the momentum at a critical stage.
Match recap: As it happened in Thurles
From the first whistle, the final lived up to its billing. Dingle led 0-9 to 0-8 at half-time, but St Finbarr’s – driven by Steven Sherlock – fought back to lead for much of the second half, according to Echo Live (Cork-based regional newspaper).
Key moments
- Dingle grabbed the only goal of the match midway through the second half to regain the lead.
- St Finbarr’s responded with three unanswered points to go ahead again.
- With the game tied deep into stoppage time, Dingle kicked the winning point off the last play.
GAA.ie (official association website) headlined its report “Dingle finish with a flourish”, while RTÉ Sport recapped how “the game was still in the balance late in the match” (live recap). The Irish Examiner described the finish as “dramatic and decided by the last kick of the game”.
Dingle’s goal – their only green flag – was the statistical difference. Without it, they would have lost by six points. The team that wins the Munster club final usually carries that momentum into the All-Ireland series; if they can replicate that clutch scoring, they could go deep.
Dingle v St Finbarrs: tickets and TV coverage
For those who followed the game but didn’t attend, tickets were sold via Universe.com at €20 for adults, €15 for students/OAPs, and under-16s free (Munster GAA ticket info). The match was streamed on the Munster GAA website and broadcast on TG4, Ireland’s Irish-language public service broadcaster.
How to watch the highlights
Full match highlights are available on the GAA.ie video page (official GAA platform). RTÉ and the Irish Examiner also published post-match analysis and video snippets.
The trade-off: For those who missed the live action, the highlight reel captures the frantic final minutes – but nothing beats the tension of watching it unfold in real time.
Timeline: Dingle’s Munster title journey
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1938 | Dingle win first Munster senior club title |
| 1988 | Dingle win second Munster title (Wikipedia – Dingle GAA history) |
| Dingle beat St Finbarr’s 1-18 to 0-20 for third title | |
| Early 2026 (TBC) | All-Ireland club semi-final |
The pattern: Dingle’s three Munster titles are spaced roughly 50 years apart. If that rhythm holds, the next generation of Dingle supporters might not see another until the 2070s. But the here-and-now is about the All-Ireland.
Clarity check
Confirmed facts
- Dingle 1-18 St Finbarr’s 0-20 on 7 December 2025 at Semple Stadium.
- Dingle advance to All-Ireland club series.
- Dingle have now won 3 Munster senior club titles (1938, 1988, 2025).
What’s unclear
- Exact attendance figure.
- Official man-of-the-match award.
- Date and opponent for All-Ireland semi-final.
What they said
“Dingle finish with a flourish.”
“Munster glory for Daingean Uí Chúis after late drama.”
“The finish was dramatic and decided by the last kick of the game.”
For Dingle, the result is more than a county title – it’s a resumption of a proud tradition. For St Finbarr’s, it’s a narrow miss that will sting all winter. The Cork side, having led late, will wonder what might have been if that final attack had been repelled.
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Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of Dingle vs St Finbarrs?
Dingle 1-18, St Finbarr’s 0-20. The match was decided by a single point in stoppage time.
Did Dingle qualify for the All-Ireland club series?
Yes, as Munster champions, Dingle advance to the All-Ireland senior club championship semi-final in early 2026.
How many Munster titles have Dingle won?
Three: 1938, 1988, and 2025.
Who scored the winning point for Dingle?
The identity of the player who kicked the decisive point has not been officially confirmed in early reports. It is expected to be clarified in post-match coverage.
Where can I watch the match highlights?
Official highlights are available on the GAA.ie video page (link).
When do Dingle play next in the All-Ireland club championship?
The All-Ireland semi-final date is to be confirmed. It will be played in early 2026, likely in late January or February.
Are any tickets left for future Dingle matches?
Tickets for Dingle’s All-Ireland semi-final will be announced through Munster GAA and the opponent’s county board. Check Munster GAA’s official website for updates.
For Dingle, the immediate reward is a shot at the All-Ireland club crown. For St Finbarr’s, the lesson is that one lapse against a determined side can undo 60 minutes of work. The choice for Dingle now is clear: carry this momentum forward, or let a historic win become a footnote if they fail to advance.
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