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Kevin Taylor

Social media reacts to All-Ireland final first half between Dublin and Mayo

Mayo are putting it up to Dublin in the All-Ireland football final and fans around the country are gripped by what has been a close contest so far.

The Dubs weren't tested in their run to the final as they strolled through the Leinster Championship and hammered Cavan in the semi-final. Many predicted an easy win for Dessie Farrell's men tonight.

But their old adversaries haven't read the script so far and TV viewers are enjoying the game at a near empty Croke Park.

James Horan's Connacht champions have notched more scores than the team chasing six-in-a-row but crucially Dublin have palmed to the net twice for goals. Dean Rock and Con O'Callaghan were the goal-scorers for the Dubs after flowing team moves.

Social media has been buzzing since the throw-in, with one fan tweeting: "Cmon Mayo.. drive it on now. Easily the best team the Dubs have met in the championship #DUBvMAYO "

Another commented:"This #allirelandfinal has already exceeded my expectations. #DUBvMAYO "

Dublin’s Con O’Callaghan and Oisin Mullin of Mayo (©INPHO/James Crombie)

Broadcaster and impressionist Oliver Callan said: "The Dubs are making mistakes tonight! Are the Gods imperfect? Great to see some Mayo grit! This is a holy terror of a match. Hup Mayo!!! Sos uisce? Tis a brandy I need #allirelandfinal #DUBvMAYO "

While another viewer urged people to switch the game on, saying: "Doesn't matter if you're not from Dublin or Mayo, if you're not watching the All-Ireland final at the moment, you're missing an incredible match. #DUBvMAYO #UpTheDubs "

"Hell of a first half. #DUBvMAYO," was the view of another Gaelic football follower.

The half-time score at Croke Park is 2-6 to 0-10 in favour of Dublin.

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