The centenary All-Ireland final brought Meath and Cork together in a contest of power and precision. Meath struck early with a decisive goal and controlled the tempo throughout, eventually winning 1-14 to 0-11. Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh’s commentary highlighted Meath’s hunger and discipline, noting the significance of a Sam Maguire triumph that ended a 20-year wait for the Royals.