Here’s a quick update on Derry vs Monaghan in GAA football based on recent coverage.
- Monaghan staged a dramatic Ulster SFC semi-final comeback to beat Derry after extra time, earning a place in the Ulster final. This followed a ten-point deficit at half-time, with a late Beggan free sealing the win for Monaghan.[1]
- The match preview and squad news ahead of the semi-final indicated Derry named an unchanged team for the showdown, with injury concerns around a couple of players (Downey, Higgins) and a return from injury for Odhrán Lynch as goalkeeper.[3]
- Historical context notes Derry had previously defeated Monaghan in Ulster Championship meetings, including a 2023 semi-final win in Omagh, though the 2026 encounter ended in Monaghan’s favor after extra time.[4]
If you’d like, I can pull the most up-to-date match reports or provide a brief timeline of key moments from the latest game, including scorers and turning points.
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Monaghan rallied from 10 points down to edge out Derry and progress to the final.
www.the42.ieUlster SFC semi-final Derry v Monaghan Saturday, BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, 5pm Live on GAA+ By Michael McMullan FORMER Derry manager John Brennan had a phrase he’d roll out from time to time – the league is for playing in. As a multi-championship winning manager in different counties, he’d tell players to book any holidays before […]
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www.skysports.comBy Michael McMullan DERRY manager Ciarán Meenagh has named an unchanged team for Saturday’s Ulster Championship semi-final clash with Monaghan in Armagh’s BOX-IT Athletic Grounds. The game will throw-in at 5pm and will exclusively live on GAA+. It’s the Oakleafers’ first semi-final since their 2023 win over Monaghan in Omagh on their way to retaining […]
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