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Armagh Edges Tyrone 1-17 to 1-16 in Extra Time

4/13/2026

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Summary

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Armagh defeated Tyrone 1-17 to 1-16 in the Ulster SFC preliminary round on April 12, 2026, after extra time.
Conor Turbitt of Armagh kicked a late point in extra time to seal the victory.
Darragh McMullen (Armagh) was sent off, leaving Armagh with 14 players.
Tyrone leveled the game late with a goal from Ben McDonnell (Tyrone) to force extra time.
Armagh advanced to the Ulster SFC quarter-finals against Fermanagh.

History

Historical Context

Armagh's victory in the 2002 Ulster Senior Football Championship marked their first title in 17 years, defeating Donegal 1-11 to 0-8. This win, their 10th overall, underscored a resurgence in Gaelic football for Armagh, which had seen a shift in competitiveness in Ulster since the 1990s, reflecting the region's deep cultural pride and the significance of the sport in Northern Ireland.

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Story summary

Armagh defeated Tyrone 1-17 to 1-16 in the Ulster SFC preliminary round on April 12, 2026, after extra time.
Conor Turbitt of Armagh kicked a late point in extra time to seal the victory.
Darragh McMullen (Armagh) was sent off, leaving Armagh with 14 players.
Tyrone leveled the game late with a goal from Ben McDonnell (Tyrone) to force extra time.
Armagh advanced to the Ulster SFC quarter-finals against Fermanagh.

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