Biden, Carney and Oasis: How the world is celebrating Mayo's All-Ireland win
Summary
Mayo, an Irish county, won the All-Ireland Senior Football final in July 2026, ending a 75-year wait since their last win in 1951. The victory sparked celebrations in Ireland and among famous supporters worldwide, including U.S. President Joe Biden and British rock stars Liam and Noel Gallagher.Key Facts
- Mayo won the All-Ireland Senior Football final in July 2026, beating the reigning champions Kerry.
- This was Mayo’s first win in 75 years, ending a long period without a championship.
- A local story says a curse was placed on Mayo’s team in the 1950s after their celebrations disturbed a funeral.
- The last player from Mayo’s 1951 winning team died in April 2023.
- President Joe Biden, who has Irish roots in Mayo, publicly celebrated the win on social media.
- Liam and Noel Gallagher, famous musicians with family from Mayo, also shared their congratulations online.
- The match took place in Dublin’s Croke Park, with 82,300 people attending.
- Other Irish sports stars joined in to celebrate Mayo’s victory.
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