Down vs Armagh: Rivalry Reignites in Ulster Semi-Final

In Newry, where the city is divided between south Down and south Armagh, school is the only place where pupils from both counties play together. Abbey Grammar recently won the MacRory Cup with a squad equally split between Armagh and Down players, highlighting the unique situation. capturengo.org

Despite playing together at school, the players are excited about Sunday's clash in Clones. "We are going to be on one side of the Hill and they are going to be on the other," said Down's Daniel McKernan. The rivalry, which has been somewhat dormant as Down struggled in recent years, is now fully reignited with Down's upset victory over Donegal last week.