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O'Loughlin Gaels Edge Out Cushendall in All-Ireland Club Hurling Semi-Final

Despite an early lead and a strong performance from Neil McManus, missed opportunities cost Cushendall the match.

  • Cushendall suffered a narrow 1-17 to 1-16 defeat by O'Loughlin Gaels in the All-Ireland Club Hurling semi-final, despite leading by eight points early on.
  • Cushendall's Neil McManus scored 0-9 but missed a crucial opportunity to bring the game to extra-time in the closing seconds.
  • Cushendall had several missed chances, particularly in the second half, which contributed to their defeat.
  • This marks Cushendall's 11th defeat in 12 All-Ireland semi-finals, with their only victory at this stage coming in 2016.
  • O'Loughlin Gaels' victory sets them up for a decider with Galway side St Thomas', who beat Ballygunner in the first semi-final.
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