Dublin manager Ger Brennan praised the character and resilience of his players in their 2-26 to 2-22 extra-time win over Donegal secured a place in the All-Ireland quarter-finals.
The Dubs looked set for victory in normal time before Michael Murphy's dramatic two-point free after the hooter forced an additional 20 minutes, but Brennan's side responded superbly to regain control in extra-time.
The Dublin boss felt previous experiences helped his players remain composed when the game threatened to slip away.
"Psychologically, the group managed themselves much better this time around," he said.
"We learned from previous experiences. When things are going against you, sometimes you can retreat and look more tired than you actually are, but the players showed great resilience."
The Dubs looked set for victory in normal time before Michael Murphy's dramatic two-point free after the hooter forced an additional 20 minutes, but Brennan's side responded superbly to regain control in extra-time.
The Dublin boss felt previous experiences helped his players remain composed when the game threatened to slip away.
"Psychologically, the group managed themselves much better this time around," he said.
"We learned from previous experiences. When things are going against you, sometimes you can retreat and look more tired than you actually are, but the players showed great resilience."
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