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Armagh SHC Final: Middletown finish strongly

Middletown Na Fianna retained the Armagh SHC title.

Middletown Na Fianna retained the Armagh SHC title.

Armagh SHC Final

Middletown Na Fianna 1-19 Keady 2-12

Middletown Na Fianna continue to set the standard in Armagh.

Sunday's 1-19 to 2-12 win over a battling Keady outfit at the Athletic Grounds illustrated Middletown's ability.

Connor Renaghan struck an early goal for Keady, but Middletown responded to lead 0-11 to 1-7 at the break with Dean Gaffney influential.

After the restart Seán Colton struck a second goal for Keady, but Middletown remained composed.

Ryan Gaffney replied with a major for Middletown, but the teams were level, 1-15 to 2-12 in the closing stages.

Four points on the spin from Dean Gaffney, Nathan Curry, Ben Toal, and Cahal Carvill ensured Middletown retained the title.