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Conor McManus insists Farney won’t ‘disappear into sunset’

Three-time All-Star Conor McManus has insisted that Monaghan won’t “disappear into the sunset” as some expect following the end of the Malachy O’Rourke era.

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Moran can start making new collage after Mayo end hoodoo

At the ninth time of asking, Andy Moran was a winner in a national senior final on Sunday — and boy did it feel sweet.

Shining lights in a season that failed to reach stellar heights

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Monaghan advance to first All-Ireland semi in 30 years

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Fairytale finish for Fermanagh

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John Fogarty's August All-Stars

What, if anything, can Monaghan do differently?

The first 10 minutes of Monaghan’s fourth round Qualifier win over Down last Saturday probably tells us much of what we need to know about their approach to this evening’s All-Ireland SFC quarter-final against Dublin, says Dara Ó Cinnéide.

Sat, 05 Aug, 2017

Monaghan’s bench press proves strong and timely

On this particular day, against this particular team, Malachy O’Rourke reckoned that finishing with his best attacking unit on the field was the way to go, and that’s ultimately why Monaghan are now preparing for a fourth All-Ireland quarter-final appearance in five years.

Mon, 31 Jul, 2017

Reports of a Down demise somewhat exaggerated

Ulster SFC semi-final        

Mon, 26 Jun, 2017

By the time Monaghan realised this wasn’t in the script

Well, I have to admit, I certainly didn’t see that coming.

Mon, 26 Jun, 2017

Monaghan must go up a gear after making sixth successive Ulster semi-final

CAVAN 0-15 - MONAGHAN 1-15: Making the Ulster semi-finals for the sixth successive year speaks volumes about Monaghan’s consistency, but Malachy O’Rourke knows a lot more is required if they’re to land a third provincial title on his watch.

Mon, 12 Jun, 2017

Monaghan ease past Fermanagh to set up Cavan clash

It was a second-half cruise for Monaghan as they routed Fermanagh in an Ulster SFC preliminary round tie at Clones to set up a derby meeting with Cavan.

Sat, 20 May, 2017

Celebrate league journey as much as summer destiny

April 12, 2010, Fitzgerald Stadium, the last round of the National League between Kerry and Monaghan. I doubt Killarney has ever witnessed a northern cheer like it, and may not again for a long time to come.

Fri, 03 Feb, 2017

Tyrone edge past Fermanagh as Derry beat Monaghan to set up McKenna Cup final decider

Tyrone and Derry will meet in the Dr McKenna Cup final next weekend, after two close and exciting semi-finals, writes Francis Mooney.

Sun, 22 Jan, 2017

Dick Clerkin retires: 'Even in our darkest, heart-breaking hours, Monaghan stuck together'

Announcing his retirement from inter-county football after 180 outings with Monaghan, Dick Clerkin offers gratitude to the remarkable attitude and resilience of his Farney team-mates who stepped up — and then stepped up some more...

Tue, 01 Nov, 2016

Deception is name of the game in inter-county football

In the gathering gloom last Saturday night, small groups of Donegal and Monaghan players congregated in the car park outside Kingspan Breffni Park to shoot the breeze. If Cavan town wasn’t such a traffic logjam, they may have gone separate ways earlier. Yet they seemed pleased to have the chance to chat.

Tue, 28 Jun, 2016

Donegal v Monaghan - Ulster GAA Football Senior Championship Semi-Final

Football’s beauty and beast in full view as Donegal draw with Monaghan

Donegal 1-11 Monaghan 0-14: To condone or to condemn? That truly is the question.

Mon, 27 Jun, 2016

All-square at the finish between Donegal and Monaghan

Donegal and Monaghan will meet next weekend after a Conor McManus free levelled this Ulster semi-final deep in additional time.

Sat, 25 Jun, 2016

Hughes: Too much is being expected of McManus

Monaghan are being “killed” by their over-reliance on Conor McManus for scores, according to the county’s three-time All-Star Nudie Hughes.

Fri, 25 Mar, 2016

GPA canvasses players in B championship standoff

The Gaelic Players’ Association is citing the opinions of the players directly involved in calling for the opposition to the introduction of a second tier in the All-Ireland SFC.

Fri, 26 Feb, 2016

Monaghan unchanged as McCarron returns for Tyrone

On the basis of the announced team at least, Monaghan have chosen to leave well enough alone by naming the same 15 that started the Ulster final for tomorrow’s All-Ireland quarter-final against Tyrone.

Fri, 07 Aug, 2015

Fit-again Colin Walshe set to soak up ‘extreme’ pressure

They’ve been like ships passing in the night this year, but Colin Walshe hopes he and Drew Wylie can soon resume their formidable partnership in Monaghan’s fullback line.

Sat, 18 Jul, 2015

Pete McGrath has Fermanagh daring to dream, says Dom Corrigan

Fear of losing has been replaced by air of expectation in Fermanagh, and Dom Corrigan says it makes a refreshing change.

Sat, 20 Jun, 2015

GAA team news: Monaghan make one change for Fermanagh clash

Colin Walshe replaces Drew Wylie in the only change to the Monaghan side for Sunday’s Ulster SFC semi-final with Fermanagh in Kingspan Breffni Park (4pm). Walshe came on as a sub in the win over Cavan in the quarter-final, scoring a point.

Fri, 19 Jun, 2015

Duffy allays Páirc Uí Chaoimh project fears

GAA director general Páraic Duffy has allayed fears the Páirc Uí Chaoimh redevelopment project could be in difficulty.

Fri, 19 Jun, 2015

Treaty boss Ryan names three newcomers for clash with Clare

Limerick hurling manager TJ Ryan has given three debuts for Sunday’s Munster SHC quarter-final clash with Clare in Semple Stadium (throw-in 4pm).

Fri, 22 May, 2015

Cavan players to get word of warning on sledging

Cavan chairman Gerry Brady has revealed their senior football management will speak to players about avoiding verbals ahead of Sunday’s Ulster quarter-final derby with Monaghan.

Wed, 20 May, 2015

Dublin survive as Monaghan’s late revival repelled

DUBLIN 0-17 MONAGHAN 0-16: It took a while, but the Allianz Football League semi-finals finally flickered to life with less than 15 minutes to play in the second contest, thanks to Monaghan’s late and unexpected surge for a place in the decider.

Mon, 13 Apr, 2015

4 key factors in this weekend’s GAA

Peter McNamara looks ahead to the two Division 1 semi-finals tomorrow.

Sat, 11 Apr, 2015

GAA hit with another racist abuse claim

The GAA has been hit by the second case of racist allegations during an inter-county game in as many months.

Tue, 10 Feb, 2015

Sigerson Cup Previews

Eoghan Cormican looks at the upcoming games and gives his verdict.

Tue, 03 Feb, 2015

Punishment inadequate, says O’Neill

The Ulster Council have been defended for their handling of the recent sectarian abuse case — but the punishment as per rule was inadequate, says GAA president Liam O’Neill.

Tue, 27 Jan, 2015

Tyrone 

Tyrone 1-13 Cavan 0-10: Dr McKenna Cup final: Mickey Harte admitted Tyrone needed to "change the script" in order to secure another four-in-a-row of McKenna Cup titles after Saturday night’s win in the Athletic Grounds.

Mon, 26 Jan, 2015

Cavan beat Monaghan by one goal in pulsating game

Cavan 1-13 Monaghan 0-13

Mon, 19 Jan, 2015

Today's Dr McKenna Cup results

The semi-final line-up in the Bank of Ireland Dr McKenna Cup has been confirmed following the completion of the remaining weather-affected Round Three ties.

Sun, 18 Jan, 2015

Boston GAA expecting huge boost as All Stars come to town

Some of the country’s top footballing talent fly to Boston this morning ahead of Saturday’s exhibition game between the GAA/GPA All Stars of 2014 and 2013.

Thu, 27 Nov, 2014

Kerry lead the way with 11 Football All-Star nominations

The nominations have been announced for the GAA GPA Football All-Stars - champions Kerry have 11 nominations and beaten finalists Donegal have nine.

Wed, 08 Oct, 2014

Kingdom lead All Star way

It’s no surprise Kerry lead the way with 11 All Star nominations, two more than beaten finalists Donegal and National League and Leinster winners Dublin.

Wed, 08 Oct, 2014

Farney County the latest to try and scupper Gavin’s all-conquering Dubs

Lambs to the slaughter they may not be but Monaghan go into today’s All-Ireland quarter-final against Dublin in full knowledge of the disembowelment the reigning champions have handed out to all who have gone before this year.

Sat, 09 Aug, 2014

McGuinness the hero as Monaghan seal two-point win

Monaghan 2-16 Kildare 2-14 (aet)

Sat, 02 Aug, 2014

Monaghan look to reach quarters for second year running

By Peter O’Dwyer

Sat, 02 Aug, 2014

Ominous signs as Donegal make it three from four

ULSTER SFC FINAL:

Mon, 21 Jul, 2014

Monaghan star McManus shakes off injury to sink Armagh

Monaghan 1-18 Armagh 1-13

Sun, 06 Jul, 2014

Orchard stand-ins help Grimley’s men stay alive

Armagh 0-14 Monaghan 0-14

Mon, 30 Jun, 2014

Mickey needs to weave wand to save this team

Louis van Gaal’s entire coaching philosophy is based on three central tenets: defence, transition to attack and attack.

Thu, 19 Jun, 2014

Good to see penalty guidelines enforced

The Clare sideline were extremely agitated an annoyed by some of James McGrath’s first-half decisions at Semple Stadium yesterday.

Mon, 16 Jun, 2014

Farney edge it as Red Hand left aggrieved

Monaghan 1-12 Tyrone 0-14

Mon, 16 Jun, 2014

Expect an edge as Farney men get serious

Both Monaghan and Tyrone come into tomorrow’s Ulster quarter-final at Hyde Park with a few points to prove.

Sat, 14 Jun, 2014

McIver’s selection bad news for Kerry

One glance at the Derry team for their game away to Mayo tomorrow probably tells us all we need to know about how the league table is going to look tomorrow evening and the likelihood of Kerry making the semi-finals has diminished greatly.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2014

Who's your money on for the Football All-Stars?

2013 All-Ireland SFC winning captain Stephen Cluxton and 11 of his Dublin team-mates have been nominated for GAA/GPA Football All-Stars awards.

Fri, 04 Oct, 2013

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