The Championship - Episode Guide

Season 2008

The Ulster Final: Fermanagh v Armagh

Episode: 2008-07-20 | Airdate: Jul 20, 2008 (115 min)

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It's Ulster final day in the Championship. Catch the action live with Austin O'Callaghan in the studio joined by Jarlath Burns and Martin McHugh. Commentary is from Mark Sidebottom.

All-Ireland Final

Episode: 2008-09-21 | Airdate: Sep 21, 2008 (160 min)

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It's the All-Ireland Final, and Tyrone are bidding for their third Sam Maguire in six years. Jerome Quinn presents all the action, with commentary from Mark Sidebottom.

Season 2009

Fermanagh v Down

Episode: 2009-05-17 | Airdate: May 17, 2009 (130 min)

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Fermanagh and Down get the 2009 Ulster Championship under way.

Brewster Park is the venue for the preliminary round game, as last year's Ulster finalists Fermanagh begin their bid to win their first ever Ulster title, while Down will hope to build on an impressive National League campaign. Austin O'Callaghan presents from the Enniskillen venue.

Derry v Monaghan

Episode: 2009-05-24 | Airdate: May 24, 2009 (130 min)

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Heavyweights Derry and Monaghan slug it out at Celtic Park in this first-round clash. Much is expected of a Derry side under the new management of Damien Cassidy, while Monaghan will be hoping for a repeat of their win over the Oak Leaf county in the All Ireland Qualifiers in 2008.

Presenter Austin O'Callaghan is joined live in studio by Martin Mc Hugh and Jarlath Burns.

Tyrone v Armagh

Episode: 2009-05-31 | Airdate: May 31, 2009 (130 min)

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Tyrone against Armagh is a rivalry that has defined a decade. It's been ten years since any team outside this duo have lifted the Anglo-Celt. All-Ireland Champions Tyrone were untouchable last year, but can Armagh knock their neighbours off the top?

Austin O'Callaghan presents coverage from St. Tiernach's Park, Clones of the most eagarly anticipated provincial match up in this year's Ulster Championship.

Cavan v Fermanagh

Episode: 2009-06-06 | Airdate: Jun 6, 2009 (150 min)

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After their defeat of Down in the preliminary round, Fermanagh can take another step toward back-to-back Ulster Final appearances. Cavan have home advantage but will be without the services of All Star Dermot McCabe.

Austin O'Callaghan introduces the action from the studio in Breffni Park along with Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns. Commentary comes from Mark Sidebottom with Kevin Madden.

Donegal v Antrim

Episode: 2009-06-14 | Airdate: Jun 14, 2009 (110 min)

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This Ulster Quarter Final game sees Donegal take on Antrim in Ballybofey. Austin O'Callaghan is joined by Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns who will share their opinions on the action. Mark Sidebottom has former Down All Star James McCartan alongside him in the commentary box. After disappointing performances last year both teams, under new management, will be hoping to progress to the last four in the Ulster Championship.

Derry vs Tyrone

Episode: 2009-06-21 | Airdate: Jun 21, 2009 (135 min)

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Damian Cassidy's players Derry have their biggest challenge to date as they take on All Ireland Champions Tyrone in the semi-final of the Ulster Championship at Casement Park. Derry made it to this year's National League Final but still haven't managed to capture a Provincial title since 1998.

Austin O' Callaghan is joined by Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns in the studio as he introduces the action live from the venue.

Antrim v Cavan

Episode: 2009-06-28 | Airdate: Jun 28, 2009 (135 min)

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St Tiernach's Park, Clones is the setting for this Ulster semi-final, as minnows Antrim and Cavan battle it out for a place in the provincial decider. The two counties have had little to celebrate in recent years, but new managers Liam Bradley and Tommy Carr will be hoping for a change in fortunes. Austin O'Callaghan presents live from the venue, with Mark Sidebottom on commentary.

Antrim vs Tyrone

Episode: 2009-07-19 | Airdate: Jul 19, 2009 (150 min)

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Live coverage from Clones of the Ulster Championship Final. It's David against Goliath as All Ireland Champions Tyrone face an Antrim side who last won the provincial title 58 years ago. Can the underdogs pull off one of the biggest shocks ever, or will Mickey Harte's side prove to be just too strong?

Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage from St Tiernachs Park with Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns offering expert analysis.

02/08/2009

Episode: 2009-08-02 | Airdate: Aug 2, 2009 (250 min)

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It is double helpings on Sunday as Austin O'Callaghan serves up two portions of Championship football. Ulster are represented by Donegal, who take on Cork in the first of the All Ireland Quarter Final games, live from Croke Park. That is followed by All Ireland Champions Tyrone against Kildare. Austin is joined in the studio by Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns. Commentary from Mark Sidebottom, Kevin Madden and James McCartan.

23/08/2009

Episode: 2009-08-23 | Airdate: Aug 23, 2009 (155 min)

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Ulster and All Ireland champions Tyrone have a tough battle on their hands as they take on Munster champions Cork in the first of the AIl Ireland semi-finals at Croke Park. Austin O'Callaghan introduces live action with studio analysis from Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns. Mark Sidebottom provides commentary while Thomas Kane keeps us up to date with all the sideline manoeuvres.

Season 2010

Derry v Armagh

Episode: 2010-05-16 | Airdate: May 16, 2010 (130 min)

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The eagerly awaited 2010 Ulster Senior Championship gets under way when Armagh take on Derry in the preliminary round game at Celtic Park.

Austin O Callaghan presents the action live from the venue while Mark Sidebottom provides commentary.

Antrim v Tyrone

Episode: 2010-05-23 | Airdate: May 23, 2010 (120 min)

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This first round fixture of the Ulster Championship has thrown up a replay of last year's Ulster Final as Antrim play Tyrone at Casement Park.

Liam Bardley will hope that his resurgent Antrim side will continue the momentum generated in last year's championship while Mickey Harte will be hoping that his Tyrone side can retain their Ulster Title.

Donegal v Down

Episode: 2010-05-30 | Airdate: May 30, 2010 (130 min)

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Under the new management of James McCartan, Down travel to MacCumhaill Park, Ballybofey to take on Donegal in the first round of the Ulster Championship. Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage from the ground with Mark Sidebottom giving commentary.

Armagh vs. Monaghan

Episode: 2010-06-06 | Airdate: Jun 6, 2010 (130 min)

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Live at Casement Park for one of the most anticipated games of The Championship so far. After an impressive victory over Derry, Paddy O'Rourke's Armagh now take on neighbours Monaghan with a semi-final place up for grabs.

Austin O'Callaghan presents from the ground, and is joined in studio by Peter Canavan and Martin Mc Hugh. Commentary from Mark Sidebottom with Jarlath Burns.

Fermanagh vs. Cavan

Episode: 2010-06-12 | Airdate: Jun 12, 2010 (135 min)

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Austin O' Callaghan presents live coverage of the Ulster quarter-final clash between neighbours Fermanagh and Cavan from Kingspan Breffni Park. Malachy O'Rourke's side are out to avenge their defeat to Cavan at the same ground in last year's quarter-final.

Commentary from Mark Sidebottom.

Tyrone vs Down

Episode: 2010-06-19 | Airdate: Jun 19, 2010 (145 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage of the first Ulster Championship semi-final from Casement Park Belfast, where provincial champions Tyrone take on a Down side bouyed by an extra time victory over Donegal. Commentary from Mark Sidebottom.

Monaghan vs. Fermanagh

Episode: 2010-06-27 | Airdate: Jun 27, 2010 (120 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan peresents live coverage of the second Ulster Championship semi-final, where Monaghan face Fermanagh to secure a place in the Ulster final. Austin is joined in the studio at Breffni Park by Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns. Commentary comes from Mark Sidebottom.

18/07/2010

Episode: 2010-07-18 | Airdate: Jul 18, 2010 (125 min)

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Coverage of the 2010 Ulster final from Clones, as Monaghan look to end their 22-year wait for a provincial title. Standing in their way are Tyrone, the current holders who have already defeated Antrim and Down.

Austin O'Callaghan presents from St Tiernach's Park and Mark Sidebottom provides full commentary.

Down v Kerry and Tyrone v Dublin

Episode: 2010-07-31 | Airdate: Jul 31, 2010 (255 min)

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Down and Tyrone are the two remaining Ulster representatives at the quarter-final stage of the All-Ireland Championship.

Austin O Callaghan introduces a double bill of live action as Down take on Kerry and Tyrone play Dublin in an bid to reach September's final. Mark Sidebottom is joined by Peter Canavan and Martin McHugh in Croke Park, while Jarlath Burns, Rory Gallagher and Seamus McEnaney join Austin in studio to analyse the games.

Kildare v Down

Episode: 2010-08-29 | Airdate: Aug 29, 2010 (135 min)

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Tyrone manager Mickey Harte joins Austin O Callaghan and Jarlath Burns in the studio to analyse the fortunes of Down, the only remaining Ulster team in this year's championship, as they take on Kildare in the All Ireland Football Semi Final, live from Croke Park. Mark Sidebottom is joined by Martin McHugh on commentary while Thomas Kane gets the views of managers and players from the sideline.

Season 2011

Donegal v Antrim

Episode: 2011-05-15 | Airdate: May 15, 2011 (125 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage from Ballybofey of the Ulster Championship preliminary round clash between Donegal and Antrim.

The home side are hoping to build on their impressive National League campaign which saw them lift the Division Two title, while Antrim are bidding for a repeat of their famous victory at the same ground in 2009.

Derry v Fermanagh

Episode: 2011-05-22 | Airdate: May 22, 2011 (90 min)

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Watch full coverage of the Ulster Championship quarter-final between Derry and Fermanagh from Celtic Park. This will be both managers' first Championship contest. John O'Neill is in charge of Fermanagh, while John Brennan leads Derry. Austin O'Callaghan presents from the ground, with Mark Sidebottom on commentary.

Armagh v Down

Episode: 2011-05-28 | Airdate: May 28, 2011 (90 min)

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The Athletic Grounds Armagh plays host to one of the fiercest rivalries in Ulster Championship football. In the most eagerly anticipated fixture of the summer, last year's All-Ireland finalists Down take on an Armagh side who have lifted the Anglo Celt five times in the past decade. Austin O Callaghan is joined by Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns as he introduces the action live from the ground. On commentary are Mark Sidebottom and Peter Canavan.

Tyrone v Monaghan

Episode: 2011-06-05 | Airdate: Jun 5, 2011 (90 min)

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Austin O' Callaghan presents deferred coverage of the Ulster Championship clash between Tyrone and Monaghan from Healy Park, Omagh. These sides met in 2010's Ulster Final with Mickey Harte's Tyrone side running out comprehensive winners with a comfortable ten-point margin. Eamonn McEneaney, the new man at the helm in Monaghan, will hope to avenge that heavy defeat.

Cavan v Donegal

Episode: 2011-06-12 | Airdate: Jun 12, 2011 (90 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents full coverage of the Ulster Championship quarter-final between Cavan and Donegal from Kingspan Breffni Park. Jim McGuinness's side are aiming to build on a comphrehensive victory over Antrim in the preliminary round. Meanwhile Cavan, under the management of Val Andrews, are hoping to make the most of their home advantage. Commentary provided by Mark Sidebottom.

Semi Final: Derry v Armagh

Episode: 2011-06-19 | Airdate: Jun 19, 2011 (125 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage of the first semi-final of 2011's Ulster Championship, between Derry and Armagh.

Derry progressed with a comfortable first-round win over Fermanagh while Armagh's dramatic defeat of Down at the Athletic Ground saw them secure their semi-final place. Mark Sidebottom commentates while Thomas Kane provides match updates from the sideline.

Tyrone v Donegal

Episode: 2011-06-26 | Airdate: Jun 26, 2011 (140 min)

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Live coverage from St.Tiernach's Park in Clones of Tyrone against Donegal in the Ulster Championship semi-final.

Mickey Harte's side are bidding for a third consecutive provincial title, while Donegal have already recorded impressive victories over Antrim and Cavan. Austin O'Callaghan is joined in studio by Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns.

Commentary by Mark Sidebottom and Peter Canavan.

Ulster Final: Derry v Donegal

Episode: 2011-07-17 | Airdate: Jul 17, 2011 (155 min)

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It's eleven years since Derry last contested the Ulster Final but after and impressive semi final victory over Armagh they secured their place in the showpiece decider at Clones. A dramatic win over holders Tyrone saw Donegal take their spot after an absence of five years.

Austin O'Callaghan presents the action live from St Teirnach's Park, Clones with analysis from Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns. Mark Sidebottom is joined in the commentary box by former All Ireland winning manager Joe Kernan.

Kildare v Donegal

Episode: 2011-07-30 | Airdate: Jul 30, 2011 (115 min)

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A huge tactical battle is expected as Kieran McGeeney's Kildare side take on Ulster Champions Donegal in the All Ireland Football Quarter Final at Croke Park. Austin O'Callaghan presents the action live from studio, with analysis from Martin McHugh and Jarlath Burns, and commentary from Mark Sidebottom.

GAA All Ireland Quarter Final 2011/12 Live

Episode: 2011-08-06 | Airdate: Aug 6, 2011 (135 min)

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Live coverage of the GAA All Ireland Quarter Final 2011/12.

There has been a rich history of Dublin Tyrone Quarter Finals over the past decade and this one is again eagerly anticipated. Dublin were underdogs last year yet ended up victorious - this time it's anyone's game.

Austin O'Callaghan is joined in the studio by Martin McHugh, Jarlath Burns and James McCartan, while Peter Canavan sits alongside Mark Sidebottom in the commentary box.

GAA All Ireland Semi Final 2011/12, 1 Donegal v Dublin Semi final

Episode: 2011-08-28 | Airdate: Aug 28, 2011 (135 min)

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Live coverage of the All Ireland football semi-final between Donegal and Dublin from Croke Park.

Austin O'Callaghan is joined by Jarlath Burns, Martin McHugh and Tyrone manager Micky Harte who provide expert analysis, while Mark Sidebottom is the commentator as Donegal bids to reach the final for the first time since 1992.

Season 2012

Donegal v Cavan

Episode: 2012-05-20 | Airdate: May 20, 2012 (90 min)

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Last year's champions Donegal take on Cavan in the first game of this year's Ulster Championship. Austin O'Callaghan is joined by Martin McHugh as he presents deferred coverage of this opening game from Breffni Park. Mark Sidebottom in joined in the commentary by one of Ulster's best known county and club players, Oisin McConville.

Monaghan v Antrim

Episode: 2012-05-27 | Airdate: May 27, 2012 (90 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan introduces deferred coverage of the Ulster Championship clash at St Tiernach's Park, Clones. Underdogs Antrim will be looking to recreate the form that saw them reach the Ulster final in 2010 but Monaghan will be no pushover on their home soil.

Fermanagh v Down

Episode: 2012-06-03 | Airdate: Jun 3, 2012 (90 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents deferred coverage of the Ulster Championship game at Brewster Park as Fermanagh take on Down.

Peter Canavan gets his first taste of Championship management and will hope his Erne men can get off to a good start against James McCartan's 2010 All Ireland finalists.

Armagh v Tyrone

Episode: 2012-06-10 | Airdate: Jun 10, 2012 (135 min)

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Join Austin O'Callaghan at the Athletic Grounds Armagh for live coverage of the Ulster Championship clash between fierce rivals Armagh and Tyrone. Jarlath Burns and Martin McHugh are on hand to provide analysis while Mark Sidebottom is joined by Oisin McConville in the commentary box.

Highlights of the minor game will be shown at half time and Thomas Kane keeps you up-to-date
on the is on the sidelines.

Derry v Donegal

Episode: 2012-06-16 | Airdate: Jun 16, 2012 (130 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan is at Ballbofey as Derry face Donegal in a battle to reach the Ulster Championship semi-finals. Can the men from the Oak Leaf County gain revenge for their defeat at the hands of Donegal in last year's Ulster Final? Austin is joined by Sean Cavanagh and Martin McHugh, while Mark Sidebottom is joined on commentary by Oisin McConville. Thomas Kane and Jarlath Burns keep you up to date from the sideline.

Down v Monaghan

Episode: 2012-06-24 | Airdate: Jun 24, 2012 (125 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage of the Ulster Championship semi-final between Down and Monaghan.

Austin is joined by Sean Cavanagh and Oisin McConville, while Mark Sidebottom and Martin McHugh provide commentary as the two teams battle for a place in the final. Thomas Kane and Jarlath Burns have all the latest news from the sideline.

Donegal v Tyrone

Episode: 2012-06-30 | Airdate: Jun 30, 2012 (135 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan will present live coverage from St Tiernach's Park, Clones of the second Ulster Championship semi-final.

After impressive victories over Cavan and Derry, champions Donegal put their provincial title on the line against Tyrone in a repeat of their encounter at the same stage 12 months ago.

Mark Sidebottom provides commentary, while Thomas Kane will have all the news from the sideline.

Donegal v Down

Episode: 2012-07-22 | Airdate: Jul 22, 2012 (145 min)

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Donegal return to St Tiernach's Park Clones to defend their Ulster title against a Down side, who haven't reached this stage since 2003.

Donegal recorded wins over Cavan, Derry and Tyrone, while Down staged a dramatic second half comeback in the semi-final over Monaghan to claim their place in the Provincial decider. Austin O' Callaghan presents the coverage live from Clones with analysis from Martin McHugh, Jarlath Burns and Sean Cavanagh.

Mark Sidebottom is joined by Oisin McConville in the commentary box.

Mayo v Down

Episode: 2012-08-04 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2012 (115 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage of the All Ireland Quarter Final clash between Down and Connacht champions Mayo.

James McCartan's side bounced back from their Ulster final defeat to Donegal, with victory over Tipperary in the qualifiers and travel to Croke Park hoping to make it into the last four for the second time in 3 years.

Cork v Donegal

Episode: 2012-08-26 | Airdate: Aug 26, 2012 (125 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage of Donegal against Cork in the All Ireland semi-final.

Having defeated Kerry in the quarter-final, the Ulster Champions take on the Munster Champions bidding to make it through to their first All Ireland decider since 1992.

Commentary from Mark Sidebottom.

Donegal v Mayo

Episode: 2012-09-23 | Airdate: Sep 23, 2012 (135 min)

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Live coverage of Donegal against Mayo in the All Ireland Senior Football final.

The Ulster Champions, who are bidding to bring Sam Maguire to the county for just the second time, take on a Mayo side who haven't won an All-Ireland title since 1951. Presented by Austin O'Callaghan, with match commentary from Mark Sidebottom and Oisin McConville.

Season 2013

Antrim v Monaghan

Episode: 2013-06-09 | Airdate: Jun 9, 2013 (45 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents extended highlights of the Ulster Championship quarter-final between Antrim and Monaghan from Casement Park.

Twelve months ago, Monaghan edged out the Saffrons at the same stage of the competition, but new Antrim manager Frank Dawson will be hoping to make home advantage count this time round.

Cavan v Fermanagh

Episode: 2013-06-16 | Airdate: Jun 16, 2013 (140 min)

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Following their impressive victory over Armagh in the preliminary round, Cavan face Fermanagh at Brewster Park in the Ulster quarter-final.

Peter Canavan's side are the final team to start their championship campaign in his second season in charge. Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage from the ground as these neighbouring counties battle it out for a place in the provincial semi-finals.

Donegal v Down

Episode: 2013-06-23 | Airdate: Jun 23, 2013 (130 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage of the first Ulster semi-final between Donegal and Down.

James Mc Cartan's side will be bidding for revenge after losing the provincial decider to the same opposition 12 months ago, although All Ireland Champions Donegal looked hugely impressive in their opening round victory over Tyrone.

Monaghan v Cavan

Episode: 2013-06-29 | Airdate: Jun 29, 2013 (135 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage of the second Ulster semi-final between Monaghan and Cavan.

Malachy O'Rourke's side were comprehensive winners over Antrim, while Cavan have impressed against both Armagh and Fermanagh. A place in the provincial decider awaits the winners.

Ulster Final Live: Monaghan v Donegal

Episode: 2013-07-21 | Airdate: Jul 21, 2013 (145 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage from Clones, where Monaghan face a daunting task in their attempt to dethrone Ulster and All-Ireland Champions Donegal.

But Malachy O'Rourke's men will know it's a final and anything can happen. Mark Sidebottom and Martin McHugh describe the action while Thomas Kane provides updates and expert analysis with Jarlath Burns from the sidelines.

Monaghan v Tyrone

Episode: 2013-08-03 | Airdate: Aug 3, 2013 (140 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents coverage of the first All-Ireland quarter-final between Ulster champions Monaghan and Tyrone from Croke Park.

After losing in the first round of the provincial championship against Donegal, Tyrone have bounced back well in the qualifiers with wins over Offaly, Kildare and Meath, while Monaghan are bidding to make it through to the last four for the first time in 25 years.

Alll Ireland Quarter-Finals

Episode: 2013-08-04 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2013 (260 min)

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Austin O Callaghan presents a double bill of action from the All Ireland quarter-finals at Croke Park.

The first game sees Cavan take on Munster champions Kerry, with commentary from Thomas Niblock and Martin McHugh, followed by the game between Mayo and the All Ireland Champions Donegal, with commentary from Mark Sidebottom and Oisin McConville. Studio analysis from Jarlath Burns, Paddy Bradley and Owen Mulligan.

Tyrone v Mayo

Episode: 2013-08-25 | Airdate: Aug 25, 2013 (140 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents live coverage of the All Ireland semi-final between Tyrone and Mayo.

The Connacht champions were hugely impressive in the last round as they defeated reigning All-Ireland champions Donegal in a repeat of the 2012 decider. Tyrone overcame Ulster champions Monaghan in the quarter-finals to claim their semi-final place.

Season 2014

Tyrone v Down

Episode: 2014-05-18 | Airdate: May 18, 2014 (140 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents coverage as Tyrone take on Down in the preliminary game at Healy Park, Omagh. Mark Sidebottom commentates and Thomas Kane is pitch side for all the reaction.

Derry v Donegal

Episode: 2014-05-25 | Airdate: May 25, 2014 (140 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents coverage from Celtic Park as Derry take on Donegal in the quarter-final of the Ulster Championship. In one of the most anticipated games of the summer, a new-look Derry side are conducting an impressive National League campaign as they take on the 2012 All Ireland Champions Donegal.

Tyrone v Monaghan

Episode: 2014-06-15 | Airdate: Jun 15, 2014 (135 min)

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After securing a victory over Down in a preliminary round replay, Tyrone move to the quarter-final stages of the Ulster Championship, were they meet last year's champions Monaghan.

Austin O'Callaghan presents coverage from the Clones with analysis from the All Star team of Peter Canavan and Oísin McConville, while on commentary Thomas Niblock is joined by the Donegal All Star Martin McHugh.

Donegal v Antrim

Episode: 2014-06-22 | Airdate: Jun 22, 2014 (150 min)

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Austin O'Callaghan presents coverage of the first Ulster Championship semi-final, as Donegal take on Antrim. Fresh from their high scoring victory over Fermanagh, Liam Bradley's Antrim side face a Donegal team who defeated Derry in the opening round for a place in the provincial decider.

The Ulster Final

Episode: 2014-07-20 | Airdate: Jul 20, 2014 (165 min)

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Donegal will be contesting their fourth consecutive Ulster Final when they take on Monaghan in the provincial decider at Clones.

Austin O' Callaghan is joined in the studio by an All Star line up of Martin McHugh, Peter Canavan and Oisin McConville for their expert analysis of the game. Thomas Kane will be pitch-side and beyond as he provides a behind the scenes look around St Tiarnach's Park, while on commentary Derry's All Star Paddy Bradley will be alongside Mark Sidebottom.

Season 2015

Donegal v Tyrone

Episode: 2015-05-17 | Airdate: May 17, 2015 (135 min)

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Two of the province's top sides go head to head as the Ulster Championship gets underway. Current holders Donegal, under the new management of Rory Gallagher face take on Tyrone in the preliminary round of the competition.

Mark Sidebottom presents coverage of the game from Ballybofey. He is joined in the studio by former All Ireland winners Oisin McConville and Martin McHugh. On commentary Thomas Niblock is joined by former All Star Paddy Bradley.

Cavan v Monaghan

Episode: 2015-05-24 | Airdate: May 24, 2015 (125 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage from Kingspan Breffni Park, as Cavan take on Monaghan in the Ulster Championship quarter-final.

Fermanagh v Antrim

Episode: 2015-05-31 | Airdate: May 31, 2015 (90 min)

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Full deferred coverage of the Ulster Championship quarter final between Fermanagh and Antrim from Brewster Park. Peter McGrath's Fermanagh side are aiming to avenge defeat to the same opposition at this stage of the competition 12 months ago.

Mark Sidebottom is joined by Oisin McConville.

Derry v Down

Episode: 2015-06-07 | Airdate: Jun 7, 2015 (145 min)

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Full coverage from Celtic Park of the Ulster quarter-final between Derry and Down. Derry endured a difficult league campaign that saw them relegated from Division One, while Down, under the new management of Jim McCorry, were promoted to the top tier.

Mark Sidebottom presents the programme with commentary from Thomas Niblock.

Donegal v Armagh

Episode: 2015-06-14 | Airdate: Jun 14, 2015 (135 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents full coverage of the Ulster Championship quarter-final between Donegal and Armagh at the Athletic Grounds.

After their victory over Tyrone in the preliminary round, Donegal take on an Armagh side managed by All Ireland winning captain Kieran McGeeney.

Commentary from Thomas Niblock.

Fermanagh V Monaghan

Episode: 2015-06-21 | Airdate: Jun 21, 2015 (90 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents full deferred coverage of the Ulster semifinal between Fermanagh and Monaghan from Breffni Park in Cavan.

Analysis is provided by Armagh's All Ireland winner Oisin McConville with Martin Clarke joining Thomas Niblock in the commentary box.

Donegal v Monaghan

Episode: 2015-07-19 | Airdate: Jul 19, 2015 (165 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents full coverage of the Ulster Championship final as holders Donegal take on Monaghan at St Tiernach's Park in Clones.

It is the third consecutive time that the two counties have met in the provincial decider, with each side winning one apiece.

Rory Gallagher's men have defeated Tyrone, Armagh and Derry in their path to the final, with Monaghan overcoming both Cavan and Fermanagh.

Season 2016

Fermanagh v Antrim

Episode: 2016-05-15 | Airdate: May 15, 2016 (90 min)

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Gaelic's Ulster Championship gets underway at Brewster Park when Fermanagh play Antrim in the preliminary round of the competition.

Mark Sidebottom presents deferred coverage of the game, with analysis from The Championship's resident pundit All Star Oisin McConville. In the commentary box, Thomas Niblock is joined by Martin Clarke.

Derry v Tyrone

Episode: 2016-05-22 | Airdate: May 22, 2016 (140 min)

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The first round proper of the Ulster Championship gets underway at Celtic Park as Derry take on Tyrone in a much anticipated clash. Mark Sidebottom presents coverage of the game, with analysis from Oisin McConville and Paddy Bradley. Austin O'Callaghan is joined in the commentary box by Martin McHugh.

Cavan v Armagh

Episode: 2016-05-29 | Airdate: May 29, 2016 (135 min)

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Breffni Park, Cavan, provides the venue for this eagerly awaited Ulster Championship clash between Cavan and Armagh. Mark Sidebottom is joined in the studio by match pundits Oisin McConville and Paddy Bradley, while Martin McHugh joins Austin O'Callaghan on commentary.

Monaghan v Down

Episode: 2016-06-05 | Airdate: Jun 5, 2016 (140 min)

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Full coverage from St Tiernach's Park in Clones as Monaghan begin the defence of their provincial title against Down. The Mourne men will be hoping for a return to form in the Ulster quarter-final tie following a disappointing League campaign.

Presented by Mark Sidebottom with expert analysis from All-Ireland winner Oisin McConville and All Star Martin Clarke.

Donegal v Fermanagh

Episode: 2016-06-12 | Airdate: Jun 12, 2016 (135 min)

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After defeating Antrim in the preliminary round of the Ulster Championship Fermanagh move to the quarter-final stage, where they take on Donegal at Ballybofey.

Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage with analysis from Martin McHugh and Oisin McConville. Paddy Bradley joins Thomas Niblock on commentary.

Tyrone v Cavan

Episode: 2016-06-19 | Airdate: Jun 19, 2016 (140 min)

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Mark Sidebottom introduces live coverage of the first of the Ulster Championship semi-final games as Tyrone take on Cavan at St Tiernach's Park, Clones.

With match analysis by Oisin McConville and Paddy Bradley, and commentary by Thomas Niblock and Martin McHugh.

Tyrone v Cavan

Episode: 2016-07-03 | Airdate: Jul 3, 2016 (90 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents deferred coverage of the Ulster Championship semi-final replay between Tyrone and Cavan from Clones.

Oisin McConville is on hand to provide analysis of the game while Martin McHugh joins Thomas Niblock on commentary.

17/07/2016

Episode: 2016-07-17 | Airdate: Jul 17, 2016 (150 min)

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After two semi-final replays the line-up has been decided, Donegal will play Tyrone in the 2016 Ulster Senior Championship Final.

Mark Sidebottom presents the action from this showpiece event live from St Tiernach's Park, Clones in the company of GAA All Stars Oisin McConville, Martin McHugh and Philip Jordan. Thomas Niblock will be joined on commentary by Paddy Bradley while Thomas Kane is pitch-side along with Martin Clarke.

Season 2017

Monaghan v Fermanagh

Episode: 2017-05-20 | Airdate: May 20, 2017 (140 min)

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Mark Sidebottom, Oisin McConville and Martin McHugh bring you coverage from St Tiernach's Park, Clones, as Monaghan take on Fermanagh in the preliminary round of the Ulster Championship.

Donegal v Antrim

Episode: 2017-05-21 | Airdate: May 21, 2017 (90 min)

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Mark Sidebottom and Oisin Mcconville bring you full coverage from Ballybofey as Donegal host Antrim in the quarter-final of the Ulster Gaelic Football Championship.

Derry v Tyrone

Episode: 2017-05-28 | Airdate: May 28, 2017 (135 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage of Derry v Tyrone in the Ulster Championship. Studio guests are Oisin McConville and Paddy Bradley, while Thomas Niblock and Martin Clarke provide commentary.

Down v Armagh

Episode: 2017-06-04 | Airdate: Jun 4, 2017 (145 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage from Pairc Esler of the Ulster Championship quarter-final between Down and Armagh.

Season 2022

Antrim v Cavan

Episode: 2022-04-23 | Airdate: Apr 23, 2022 (150 min)

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Mark Sidebottom introduces live coverage from Corrigan Park as Antrim host Cavan in the Ulster Senior Football Championship. Studio guests are Oisin McConville, Peter Canavan and Mickey Harte, with commentary by Thomas Niblock and Martin Clarke and pitchside updates from Martin McHugh.

Quarter-Final: Donegal v Armagh

Episode: 2022-04-24 | Airdate: Apr 24, 2022 (135 min)

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The Ulster Championship, deemed the most competitive of the GAA provincial qualifiers, should live up to expectation as it delivers the clash of Donegal and Armagh in this quarter-final pairing. A feisty league meeting between these sides resulted in six players being issued with suspensions. This much-anticipated return fixture will be presented live and uninterrupted from MacCumhaill Park, Ballybofey by Mark Sidebottom in the company of Oisin McConville, Martin McHugh and Peter Canavan. Thomas Niblock and Martin Clarke provide the commentary.

Derry v Tyrone

Episode: 2022-05-01 | Airdate: May 1, 2022 (135 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage of the Ulster Championship quarter-final clash between Derry and Tyrone. Studio guests are Oisin McConville, Martin Clarke and Peter Canavan.

Commentary is by Thomas Niblock and Martin McHugh.

Cavan v Donegal

Episode: 2022-05-08 | Airdate: May 8, 2022 (125 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage as Cavan take on Donegal in the semi-final of the Ulster Senior Football Championship.

Having progressed to the Ulster Senior Football Championship semi-final with their victory over Antrim, Cavan now face Donegal for a place in the final. Donegal claimed their semi-final spot with the defeat of Armagh at Healy Park.

Studio guests are Oisin McConville, Peter Canavan and Mickey Harte, with commentary by Thomas Niblock and Martin Clarke, and pitchside updates from Sarah Mulkerrins and Martin McHugh.

Derry v Monaghan

Episode: 2022-05-15 | Airdate: May 15, 2022 (135 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage of the Ulster Senior Football Championship semi-final between Derry and Monaghan.

Studio guests are Oisin McConville, Mickey Harte and Peter Canavan, with commentary by Thomas Niblock and Martin Clarke. Thomas Kane and Martin McHugh provide pitchside updates.

Final: Derry v Donegal

Episode: 2022-05-29 | Airdate: May 29, 2022 (165 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live and uninterrupted coverage of the Ulster Championship showpiece decider from St Tiernach's Park, Clones. Donegal appear in their tenth final in 12 years to take on a Derry side attempting to win the Anglo Celt for the first time since 1998.

Oisin McConville, Peter Canavan and Mickey Harte are alongside to provide analysis and explanations, while Thomas Niblock is joined by Martin Clarke on commentary. Thomas Kane has the latest updates from the sidelines, and with him Donegal's Martin McHugh and Derry's Conleith Gilligan provide team insights.

Season 2023

Armagh v Antrim

Episode: 2023-04-08 | Airdate: Apr 8, 2023 (150 min)

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Mark Sidebottom presents live coverage from the preliminary round of the Ulster Championship as Armagh take on Antrim at the Athletic Grounds.

Quarter-Final: Fermanagh v Derry

Episode: 2023-04-15 | Airdate: Apr 15, 2023 (135 min)

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Live Ulster Championship quarter-final action from Brewster Park as Fermanagh, buoyed by their recent promotion to Division Two, face a stern task in the form of Derry, Division Two finalists and current Ulster champions.

Sarah Mulkerrins is joined in the studio by Oisin Mcconville, Michael Murphy and Mickey Harte, with commentary by Thomas Niblock and Philly McMahon. Conleith Gilligan provides pitchside updates.

Quarter-Final: Tyrone v Monaghan

Episode: 2023-04-16 | Airdate: Apr 16, 2023 (135 min)

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Healy Park is the venue for the Ulster Championship quarter-final clash between Division One rivals Tyrone and Monaghan.

Sarah Mulkerrins hosts live coverage and is joined in the studio by Oisin Mcconville, Michael Murphy and Mickey Harte. Commentary is by Philly McMahon, with pitchside updates from Conleith Gilligan.

Quarter-Final: Down v Donegal

Episode: 2023-04-23 | Airdate: Apr 23, 2023 (135 min)

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Pairc Esler is the venue for the Ulster Championship clash between a resurgent Down team and a Donegal side with a new management set-up.

Thomas Niblock presents live coverage and is joined in the studio by Michael Murphy and Philly McMahon. Commentary is by Oisin Langan and Conleith Gilligan, with pitchside updates from Orla Bannon.

Semi-Final

Episode: 2023-04-30 | Airdate: Apr 30, 2023 (135 min)

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Sarah Mulkerrins is joined by All-Ireland winners Michael Murphy and Philly McMahon for live coverage of the Ulster Championship semi-final.

Final: Armagh v Derry

Episode: 2023-05-14 | Airdate: May 14, 2023 (180 min)

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It's the Orchard versus the Oak as Armagh and Derry meet for the first time in an Ulster Senior Football Championship Final since 2000.
Sarah Mulkerrins presents live coverage from St Tiernach's Park Clones of this much-anticipated encounter, with Michael Murphy, Oisin McConville and Philly McMahon alongside to review and analyse the action.
Thomas Niblock in the commentary box and Orla Bannon on the sidelines keep viewers across all the action on and off the pitch.

2023: All-Ireland Hurling Championship Semi-Final: Limerick v Galway

Episode: 2023-07-08 | Airdate: Jul 8, 2023 (150 min)

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Thomas Niblock presents coverage of the All-Ireland hurling semi-final between Limerick and Galway.

In what has been an epic hurling championship so far, Galway's victory over Tipperary in the quarter-finals has set up a semi-final meeting with current All-Ireland champions, Limerick, in what is a repeat of the 2022 semi-final.

Commentary is by Oisin Langan.

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