David Clifford is player of the year as Kerry dominate The Sunday Game XV

The Sunday Game have chosen Kerry's David Clifford as their Player of the Year, with the All-Ireland champions contributing seven players to the team selection.

Beaten finalists Galway have four players on the XV, with two from Dublin and one each from Armagh and Derry.

Clifford delivered a virtuoso performance when kicking eight points against the Tribes. Indeed he was the player who did not show any early game jitteriness, kicking vital scores and making marks to keep his side in touch.

Not surprisingly he was named player of the match, as selected by The Sunday Game panel, for this year's decider.

The Sunday Game Team of the Year

Shane Ryan (Kerry)

The Kingdom custodian was an assured presence throughout the season. Yes, the defensive structure in front of him was sturdier, but apart from a couple of misplaced restarts early in the final, Ryan's composure stood tall. Only conceded one gaol from play all year.

Liam Silke (Galway)

A tough-as-teak defender but also noted for his marauding runs up field. Did a good job in keeping tabs on Sean O'Shea in the final.

Jason Foley (Kerry)

An important cog in maintaining Kerry's defensive nous, not always the flashiest, but in the main did well in ensuring that Damien Comer didn't grab the headlines on All-Ireland final day.

Chrissy McKaigue (Derry)

A 13th year in the Derry jersey sees McKaigue get a deserved inclusion here. Outstanding in the Ulster final where he nullified the threat of Michael Murphy.

James McCarthy (Dublin)

Still going strong after all these years and was outstanding for the Dubs as they gained serious momentum against Kerry in that dramatic semi-final.

Tadhg Morley (Kerry)

A footballing intelligence exemplifies the Templenoe man who started every league and championship