Conor Loftus netted two goals for Mayo.
Conor Loftus' two goal performance in Saturday's EirGrid All Ireland under 21 final has been rewarded with the GAA.ie Football Player of the Week award.
Promising attacker Loftus, who claimed 39.5 per cent of votes, netted two vital goals in the second half of a great game for Michael Solan's team.
GAA.ie FOOTBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK
- Conor Loftus (Mayo) 2,638 votes (39. 5 per cent)
- Matthews Ruane (Mayo) 2,194 votes (32.7 per cent)
- Michael Plunkett (Mayo) 1,860 votes (27.8 per cent)
Conor Loftus
In such a remarkable game Loftus had the honour of bagging the decisive goal. Loftus had earlier hit a vital major just as Cork were embarking on a daring comeback mission. Cork did eventually claw their way back to level terms, but then Loftus burst through to land a telling blow.
Matthew Ruane (Mayo)
Throughout the match Matthew Ruane linked the play in a crucial way. When Mayo needed inspiration Ruane was prominent kicking one glorious point for Mayo, who finished strongly. Mayo were aware that the midfield battle would be significant and Ruane was influential.
Michael Plunkett (Mayo)
When Mayo were struggling in the first half Plunkett carried the fight impressively. Plunkett registered two important points at a key stage in the opening period.
Indeed the versatile Plunkett also provided the last pass for Mayo's first three goals to illustrate just how important he was to their approach.