Cork City – Kerry FC

Cork City’s fortress at Turners Cross held firm as they edged out Kerry 4‑2, extending their lead at the top of the table to 68 points from 21 wins, five draws and five defeats. The result widened the gap to the chasing pack, while Kerry remain fifth with 42 points after 31 games, their goal difference slipping to –3 after conceding 36. The win also tipped the head‑to‑head balance in Cork’s favour, the league side now holding two victories to Kerry’s single triumph in their three meetings this season. Both clubs will now turn their focus to the next round, with Cork eyeing a record‑breaking title run and Kerry hoping to close the gap to the leaders.