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Senior championship 2022 & 2023
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Armaghniac
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It is forecasting a good bit of rain on Sunday
winsamsoon
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It's ok Cross have a direct dial to God also and can sort the weather just like the ref etc
Good Sideline Eye podcast today with Jimmy Smyth and Joe Kernan, well worth a listen for any gael.
they are starting to sound like Kilcoo. Wonder will Mallon be allowed to do it
winsamsoon
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They made a right Henry halls of that one in Down
Sure we all know Cross have the ref's in their pocketthey are starting to sound like Kilcoo. Wonder will Mallon be allowed to do it
Armaghball
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That was a jokeThey made a right Henry halls of that one in Down
ragingbull
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has David Gough been offered to referee game on Sunday yet
Armaghball
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@bcb1 is on the way down the road with the brown envelope as we speak
PatMustard
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Why, is it his birthday or something?
Armaghniac
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Weather already sorted. No need to worry about the ref as Cross do not use the techniques favoured in Kilcoo.
Armaghball
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Very quiet on here, what do we reckon for Sunday? 2 close games but a South Armagh double I think.
Giving a better day weather wise but can’t imagine the pitch will be in great shape after the rain this week.
Giving a better day weather wise but can’t imagine the pitch will be in great shape after the rain this week.
The intermediate final will be interesting. Have seen St Pats a few times this year and when teams have went at them directly they've created chances. I would expect St Paul's with Murnin up top will be going as direct as it comes.
St Pats rightly favourites but St Paul's have every chance and are seriously over priced in the bookies.
The senior final for me will be a Crossmaglen victory. Clan na gael are coming but I think this is just one step too far at this stage for them. I expect Cross experience of the big stage and number of big game players, along with the drawn game earlier in the championship as a motivator to up their game, will see them run out comfortable enough in the end.
I would also have both Cullyhanna & Crossmaglen as the two firm favourites, that’s not to say that either of the Lurgan sides could cause an upset, albeit unlikely.
Cullyhanna have blown everyone away in IFC though arguably have avoided any actual genuine contenders so far. St Paul’s have probably faced better opposition on their route to the final which should stand to them.
Similar story with Cross v Clans, Cross enjoyed a couple of turkey shoots before stumbling past Harps and Madden, Clans had impressive wins over Killeavy and Clann Éireann, plus an extra game v Dromintee.
Really looking forward to it either way, hopefully the pitch holds up ok and we are treated to a feast of football.
Cullyhanna have blown everyone away in IFC though arguably have avoided any actual genuine contenders so far. St Paul’s have probably faced better opposition on their route to the final which should stand to them.
Similar story with Cross v Clans, Cross enjoyed a couple of turkey shoots before stumbling past Harps and Madden, Clans had impressive wins over Killeavy and Clann Éireann, plus an extra game v Dromintee.
Really looking forward to it either way, hopefully the pitch holds up ok and we are treated to a feast of football.
Armaghball
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St Paul’s due a win in a final. Lost at least 2 in past few years I think. Cullyhanna you’d imagine would go well in Ulster but who knows. Morgan some loss for Cross because I don’t think they’ve anyone else to match Soupy.
Ive been wondering who they put on soupy. Interesting to see who
winsamsoon
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St Paul's V Cullyhanna- I have tipped St Paul's from an early stage, reason being they have been there 95% of the way for the past 3 or 4 seasons, I think this could finally be their time to get over the line. Yes Cullyhanna have 3 county men but who will Mark Murnan? I have been a critic of that lad in the past but he was Armaghs best player last year throughout league and championship and is deadly in front of goal. I can't see Cullyhanna containing him if the right ball is put in. Cullyhanna's stars will also be hard to stop but I feel there is pace in the St Paul's team that may be able to adapt to them and turn them over, no real out and out scorers. It will be close but I fancy St Paul's just to edge it.
Clan Na Gael V Crossmaglen-In truth I have written our lads off all year, not based on ability but more experience and it possibly being too early, in the last 2 games they have managed to find the perfect blend of youth and experience and this has brought them through a hardened Killeavey side and a very tough Clann Eireann side. I have watched our lads grow from game to game and there is a fantastic buzz around the panel and club at the moment. I would love to see them get over the line. I think if they can stay with the Cross and the game goes into the last 10 then they are in with a massive shout because they just have become battled hardened which is something I hadn't seen for years. Win lose or draw I am exremly proud of the men they have become, to date they have stood up when they have needed to and I hope and pray the same happens on Sunday.
Cross are Cross and depsite personel they still are a formidable opponent,they possess dangers all over the field and will be a very tough nut to crack. I think they will exploit the space in the Ath Grounds and the danger is the pace of Mc Conville and Clarke is my biggest concern. They will also score frees if our defence lose discipline (This may boil down to the refs interpretation of the tackle) It certainly will be nowhere near as loose as the CE game. I have heard people say Cross have been working on a defensive structure since Ballybay but I don't really buy that as I see they are playing their traditional style. I see flaws from the Harps and Madden games which our lads may be able to exploit with their pace.
I hope and pray it stays close and the nerves don't affect our young lads. I want to wish them all the very best on Sunday, Bring it home lads. I will refrain from a prediction
Clan Na Gael V Crossmaglen-In truth I have written our lads off all year, not based on ability but more experience and it possibly being too early, in the last 2 games they have managed to find the perfect blend of youth and experience and this has brought them through a hardened Killeavey side and a very tough Clann Eireann side. I have watched our lads grow from game to game and there is a fantastic buzz around the panel and club at the moment. I would love to see them get over the line. I think if they can stay with the Cross and the game goes into the last 10 then they are in with a massive shout because they just have become battled hardened which is something I hadn't seen for years. Win lose or draw I am exremly proud of the men they have become, to date they have stood up when they have needed to and I hope and pray the same happens on Sunday.
Cross are Cross and depsite personel they still are a formidable opponent,they possess dangers all over the field and will be a very tough nut to crack. I think they will exploit the space in the Ath Grounds and the danger is the pace of Mc Conville and Clarke is my biggest concern. They will also score frees if our defence lose discipline (This may boil down to the refs interpretation of the tackle) It certainly will be nowhere near as loose as the CE game. I have heard people say Cross have been working on a defensive structure since Ballybay but I don't really buy that as I see they are playing their traditional style. I see flaws from the Harps and Madden games which our lads may be able to exploit with their pace.
I hope and pray it stays close and the nerves don't affect our young lads. I want to wish them all the very best on Sunday, Bring it home lads. I will refrain from a prediction
Clans have a free hit on Sunday and the only pressure they have is their own pressure so that’s a good place to we. We are the firm favourites and that’s ok too. We have been that for years in Armagh so that won’t be the winning and losing if it. We have a more experienced team but that also brings with it problems as a young, fit team like Clans will fancy themselves against older legs. Weather is also a factor, wet today but due to clear up by Sunday so should be perfect for football.
All in all should be a good game. While we are expected to win I reckon it will all come down to the last 10 minutes and who finishes stronger as there’s not a whole pile between both teams
All in all should be a good game. While we are expected to win I reckon it will all come down to the last 10 minutes and who finishes stronger as there’s not a whole pile between both teams
Callum Comiskey didn't let him get a sniff in the group game.
South Armagh v lurgan, I think south Armagh double myself. Botb by 5/6 points