Dublin fans in Co Kildare to head to victory party

Hundreds of Dublin fans living in Co Kildare are expected to travel to a massive victory party in the capital this evening.

The Blues dug out a gritty but well-deserved win over Kerry in rain-sodden conditions in Croke Park yesterday.

Skipper Stephen Cluxton and his team mates will parade the Sam Maguire at the Spire on O'Connell Street at 7pm onwards.

Thousands of supporters are expected to flock to the celebrations to toast the county's 25th All Ireland title.

Many Dubs living in Co Kildare managed to get tickets to the showdown and witnessed the three-point victory in torrential rain.