Dublin's keep-ball tactics criticised

Dublin's Paul Flynn holds off the challenge of Donegal's Cian Mulligan, RTE pundit Joe Brolly.

"It was like dogs chasing airplanes," remarked Joe Brolly on RTE after Dublin saw out the last 10 minutes of their Super 8 opener against Donegal by playing 'keep ball'.

With the finishing line in sight, the All-Ireland champions decided to run down the clock by keeping possession, mainly around the middle third of the Croke Park pitch. It wasn't pretty - boos and groans were audible with each pass - but it was certainly effective as Jim Gavin's men prevailed on a 2-15 to 0-16 scoreline.

If any other team did what Dublin have been doing here for the last 10 minutes, they would be absolutely slated. #DUBvDON #gaa

- Gary Connaughton (@gconnaughton15) July 14, 2018

This is not attractive to watch from the All-Ireland champions as a well known Kerryman once said 'puke football'

- Finbarr Mc Carthy (@FiFinnymac) July 14, 2018

Super 8s - don't make me laugh - unfortunately it's still the same old drivel - the last ten minutes of this game has been mind numbing and boring - watching Dublin playing down the clock - how exciting ‍ A brand new era for Gaelic Football

- Sylvester Hennessy (@Slyone1069) July 14, 2018

Strong advert here for outlawing handball in Gaelic football.

- Larry Ryan (@RyanLarry) July 14, 2018

This is septic stuff

- Brian Ramsbottom (@TheOneRam) July 14, 2018

Dreary dominance from a Dublin side not even at full tilt

- Shane Stapleton (@ShaneSaint) July 14, 2018