Armagh push past Ulster final pain to put Derry to the sword

O’Neill returns as Armagh survive late Derry blitz in nervy All-Ireland opener

RIAN O’NEILL’S confirmed return before throw-in drew as many cheers from Armagh fans as the hooter at the end did as their All-Ireland defence kicked off with a nervous win. But Orchard captain for the night Rory Grugan insisted that the victory was all that mattered — as his side stumbled over the line to take two points in the group of death from a game they should have cruised home in. Rian O’Neill returned for All-Ireland champions Armagh on…

Armagh push past Ulster final pain to put Derry to the sword

Rian O’Neill made his first appearance of the season for the All-Ireland champions

Rian O’Neill returns as Armagh bounce back from Ulster final woe with victory over Derry

Armagh left their Ulster final heartbreak behind them when opening their All-Ireland SFC campaign with a hard-earned victory against Derry as Rian O’Neill made his return to the Orchard side in the Athletic Grounds.

GAA: Armagh beat Derry, Monaghan outclass Louth

Champions Armagh began their title defence with a 2-21 to 2-17 win over Derry

O'Neill returns as Armagh hold off Derry's late rally - HoganStand

Rian O'Neill made his first appearance of the season for Armagh as they defeated Derry by 2-21 to 2-17 in their All-Ireland SFC group stage opener at the Athletic Grounds this evening.