Wexford's star continues to ascend in the 2016 All-Ireland championship and they will garner considerable momentum after overcoming Cork in Semple Stadium this evening.

Cork briefly took the lead following a Daniel Kearney goal in the second half, but Wexford were undeterred as they responded with a flury of points to regain a three point lead, heading into the concluding stages of the game. 

After securing their Division 1A status with a relegation win over Galway earlier this year, Cork went on to suffer a heavy defeat against Tipperary in the Munster championship.

And today's Championship exit, compounds an already disappointing campaign for the Leesiders.

FULL TIME: Wexford beat Cork by a score of 0-23 to 1-17, a huge scalp #GAA

— Newstalk Sport (@NewstalkSport) July 9, 2016

Massive result for @OfficialWexGAA over Cork - hopefully a double win for Wexford over Cork sides this weekend!! #LochGarmanAbu

— Wexford Youths FC (@WexfordYouthsFC) July 9, 2016

Great win for @OfficialWexGAA much hungrier team and Fully deserved win. GAA may add Cork to Martin Fogarty's list of priorities. #GAA

— Joe Dooley (@DooleyJoe) July 9, 2016

Wexford's Direct and Man for Man effort drove a System Dependent Cork out of the All-Ireland Championship 0:23 to 1:17.

— PullOnIt (@hurling) July 9, 2016

Cork haven't 1proper defender and their ability to tackle is really poor
Wexford showed hunger & guts McDonald & Chin are key #GAA

— Eddie Brennan (@NedzerB13) July 9, 2016

In the space of 12 days, Cork’s senior, U21 and minor hurling sides all exit championship. Another desperate hurling season.

— Fintan O'Toole (@fotoole13) July 9, 2016