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Hugh McFadden says “we have to win” as Donegal turn focus to Cavan clash

Although Hugh McFadden was understandably disappointed with last night’s defeat to Tyrone in the first round of the All Ireland Series, the Killybegs man says the focus is now firmly on the “must-win” game next Sunday against Cavan in Breffni Park. Cavan will come into the game full of confidence after defeating Mayo in their

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No excuses from Jim McGuinness – “We just didn’t show up”

Jim McGuinness called a spade a spade after Donegal’s three-point defeat to Tyrone in the first round of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship this evening. The Glenties native says his side just didn’t show up and were sloppy on the ball in the 2-17 to 0-20 defeat. Speaking to Highland’s Oisin Kelly, McGuinness said “that’s

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“We weren’t at our level” – Neil McGee

Neil McGee says Donegal just weren’t at full tilt in tonight’s defeat against Tyrone in Ballybofey. The 2012 All-Ireland winner and current Donegal selector hopes next Sunday’s huge clash with Cavan at Breffni Park will bring the best out of the team after tonight’s somewhat sloppy performance. “There’s no feeling sorry for ourselves” McGee told

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Malachy O’Rourke delighted with “gritty” performance against Ulster Champions Donegal

Tyrone defeated Ulster Champions Donegal by three points in their opener game of the All Ireland series at MacCumhaill Park this evening. Speaking to Francis Mooney at full time, Red Hand boss Malachy O’Rourke said it was always going to take a gritty performance to get anything from tonight’s game…

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Tyrone finish strong to defeat Donegal in Ballybofey – Post-Match Reaction with Oisin Kelly, Brendan Devenney and Brendan Kilcoyne

Tyrone have beaten Donegal 2-17 to 0-20 at MacCumhaill Park this evening. Two first-half goals from Seanie O’Donnell gave Donegal an uphill battle as they trailed 2-07 to 0-11 at the break. After the home side clawed back to edge in front heading into the final 10 minutes, a late rally from the Red Hand

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Erin Friel, Mark English and Oisin O’Gailin among the local athletes in action this weekend – Patsy McGonagle reports

It’s been another busy weekend on the athletics front. The big news of the day is Erin Friel’s fantastic 400m performance in Belgium. With more, here’s Highland’s Athletics Correspondent Patsy McGonagle…

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Horse-Racing: Good weekend for Donegal jockeys at The Curragh

It’s been a good weekend so far for Donegal jockeys. Patrick McGettigan was in the winners circle at The Curragh in the 17:45 race yesterday evening. The young Ballyare jockey rode “Brigid’s Cloak” to victory as a 6/1 shot for trainer John Patrick Murtagh. Elsewhere at The Curragh yesterday, Luke McAteer handed Letterkenny man Paul

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Ras Tailteann: Doogan to head into final stage in third position

Odhran Doogan will enter the final day of the 2025 Ras Tailteann in third position as today’s fourth stage has concluded in Co. Laois. Gortahork youngster Doogan had held the leader’s yellow jersey heading into today’s stage. Fellow Donegal rider Jamie Meehan is in second spot after some fantastic racing this afternoon. With more, here’s

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Tiernan Lynch “absolutely distraught” after defeat to Shamrock Rovers

Shamrock Rovers came from behind to defeat Derry City 2-1 at the Ryan McBride Brandywell this evening. After the game, Tiernan Lynch was “distraught” at the way his side conceded the two goals…   Danny Mullen got Derry’s goal tonight. He spoke to Martin Holmes after the game and said it was “nice to get

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William O’Connor says his UCD side showed “great character” to come away from Ballybofey with all three points

William O’Connor was happy with the character his UCD side showed to come away from Finn Park with a win in this evening’s SSE Airtricity League First Division clash. A Michael Raggett penalty in injury time gave the Inishowen man’s team a valuable 2-1 victory. O’Connor spoke to Diarmuid Doherty after the game…

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“It looked like it was outside the box” – Kevin McHugh on late penalty decision

After Adam McDaid had scored his first senior goal to make it 1-1 on 89 minutes, it looked as though the shares would be spoiled between Finn Harps and UCD in the SSE Airtricity League First Division in Ballybofey tonight. It wasn’t to be, however, as Mikie Plaice was adjudged to have fouled in the

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Donegal and Tyrone set to do battle once again – Brendan Kilcoyne and Oisin Kelly look ahead

Donegal and Tyrone’s All Ireland Senior Football Championship campaign will roar into action this Saturday evening at MacCumhaill Park. The two sides could hardly have had more contrasting preparations for this weekend’s Group 1 fixture. Donegal are riding high after retaining their Ulster crown two weeks ago, coming out on top in a dramatic showdown

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“The home crowd can be our twelfth man” – Tiernan Lynch hoping home support can spur Candy Stripes on once again

Tiernan Lynch says the home support have played a huge part in Derry City’s recent impressive home form. The Candy Stripes face league-leaders Shamrock Rovers at the Ryan McBride Brandywell tonight aiming to make it four home wins in a row in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. A home win would leave Derry just

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Business Matters, EP 245 – Failte Ireland’s Joan Crawford on the success of the Wild Atlantic Way

On Business Matters this week, Chris Ashmore finds out more about the Wild Atlantic Way and, in particular, how it has been such a success here in Donegal. Launched in 2014, the Wild Atlantic Way is a 2,500 km driving route that passes through nine counties and three provinces. Along the route, there are more

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Inishowen MD Meeting adjourned as mark of respect for young men who drowned in Lough Swilly

A meeting of Inishowen Municipal District has been adjourned as a mark of respect for the two teenage boys who died after getting into difficulty in Lough Swilly 10 days ago. Members took the opportunity to pay their respects to 16-year-old Emmanuel Familola and 18-year-old Matt Sibanda. A minute of silence was held before the

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Dean McCarry & Keith Cowan react to Letterkenny Rovers Brian McCormick Sports Cup win

Letterkenny Rovers completed their season with the third trophy of the year after a 2-1 extra time win over Castlefin Celtic in Diamond Park in Ballyare. First half goals from BJ Banda and Jude Patton saw the sides level at the break. Neither side managed to score a winner in the 45 minutes so extra

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Nathan Plumb on Letterkenny Rovers Brian McCormick Cup final victory

Nathan Plumb was the hero for Letterkenny Rovers as they completed the treble on Sunday afternoon in the Brian McCormick Cup final. Rovers led the game after 28 minutes when BJ Banda fired them ahead but that lead only lasted 10 minutes with Castlefin Celtic’s Jude Patton bringing them level. Neither side managed a winner

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Stephen Roulston reflects on Castlefin Celtic’s Brian McCormick Cup final loss

Castlefin Celtic suffered a 2-1 defeat to Letterkenny Rovers in the Brian McCormick Cup final on Sunday afternoon in Ballyare. Rovers took the lead on 28 minutes through BJ Banda before Jude Patton levelled the tie just 10 minutes later. In a close encounter Joel Gorman had the chance to fire his side 2-1 up

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Letterkenny Rovers complete treble after extra time win over Castlefin Celtic in Brian McCormick Cup final

Letterkenny Rovers completed the treble on Sunday afternoon thanks to a 2-1 extra time win over Castlefin Celtic in the Brian McCormick Cup final. BJ Banda had Rovers ahead in the first half before Jude Patton levelled for Castlefin. In the second half Joel Gorman had his penalty saved by Kevin McColgan in the Castlefin

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Erin Friel anchors Ireland 4x400m relay team to European U20 Championships qualification

Erin Friel ran the anchor leg as she helped Ireland Under 20’s qualify for the European Championships in the 4 x 400 metre relay. The Championships will take place in Finland later in the year. Elsewhere today Arlene Crossan set a new Finn Valley AC record in the 400 metre hurdles. Crossan’s time of 59.3

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Stephen McAuley & Ann-Marie McGlynn take Lifford Strabane Half Marathon honours

Stephen McAuley of Letterkenny AC and Ann-Marie McGlynn of Strabane AC were victorious on Sunday’s Lifford Strabane Half Marathon. McAuley was the first male home in a time of 1 hour 10 minutes and 18 seconds finishing just 10 seconds ahead of Kyle Doherty with Eoin Mullan finishing a further three seconds behind. McGlynn finished

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Donegal hurlers end Christy Ring Cup campaign with victory over Meath

Donegal ended their Christy Ring Cup campaign with an impressive 0-28 to 3-14 win over Meath in Trim this afternoon. Having led 0-18 to 1-09 at the break, Mickey McCann’s side continued to knock over scores in the second period and ran out worthy winners. It is just Donegal’s second ever win at this level,

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Record numbers set to take part in 10th edition of Strabane/Lifford Half Marathon

The 10th edition of the Strabane/Lifford Half Marathon is taking place tomorrow morning (Sunday). Over 1500 people are set to take to the streets to complete the 13.1 mile race, with national marathon champion Anne Marie McGlynn the big name that will lead the pack. Jacqueline Whoriskey is the Festival and Events Manager of the

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“You’re only as good as your next game” – Candy Stripes boss Tiernan Lynch hoping to continue recent good form

Derry City are looking to make it four wins on the bounce as they travel to face Drogheda United at Sullivan & Lambe Park this evening. The Candy Stripes have had some impressive wins in their previous outings, defeating Shelbourne, St. Patrick’s Athletic and Cork City in their last three games to move level on

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