Donegal Edges Past Armagh in Division One, League Standings Take Shape

Clones, County Monaghan – Donegal secured a hard-fought victory over Armagh in a captivating Allianz Football League Division One encounter on Sunday, February 22, 2026, finishing with a score of 1-20 to 0-19. The win propels Donegal to the top of the league table, while Armagh face increasing pressure in their bid to remain in the top flight.

Match Highlights

The game was marked by late drama, as Armagh were awarded a penalty in the 67th minute, but Donegal goalkeeper Gavin Mulreany saved the attempt, and a subsequent follow-up was cleared off the line. Conor O’Donnell’s goal midway through the second half proved crucial for Donegal, providing a significant cushion. Jason McGee delivered a heroic performance, consistently winning kick-outs and contributing four points from play.

Despite a strong effort, Armagh couldn’t overcome Donegal’s resilience. A two-pointer from McMullen briefly ignited hope for the home side, but Donegal responded effectively to maintain their lead.

Division One Standings

Following this weekend’s fixtures, the Division One table looks as follows:

• Dublin: 1-10 v 1-16 Kerry
• Galway: 0-21 v 2-16 Roscommon
• Monaghan: 2-11 v 2-30 Mayo
• Armagh: 0-19 v 1-20 Donegal

Other Notable Results

Elsewhere in the National Football League, Cork defeated Meath 1-23 to 1-21 in Division Two, while Louth overcame Tyrone 1-15 to 0-13 and Cavan beat Kildare 0-16 to 0-13. In Division Three, Sligo edged out Limerick 1-18 to 1-15, and Westmeath triumphed over Fermanagh 1-26 to 2-11. Division Four saw Wicklow dominate London 2-26 to 0-16.

In the hurling leagues, Kilkenny narrowly defeated Waterford 1-21 to 1-20 in Division 1A, and Antrim secured a comfortable win over Carlow 0-25 to 0-12 in Division 1B.

Looking Ahead

Donegal will glance to continue their impressive form as the Allianz Football League progresses, while Armagh will require to regroup and secure points in upcoming matches to avoid relegation. The league tables are sure to shift as the season unfolds, promising further exciting clashes and compelling storylines.

Source: Irish Examiner, Irish Times, Irish Mirror, Northern Sound