Donegal stun Derry with four-goal victory at Celtic Park

In a stunning display of dominance, Donegal shocked Derry with a 4-11 to 0-17 victory in Celtic Park, securing their spot in the Ulster semi-finals. Led by the legendary Jim McGuinness, Donegal’s performance left fans in awe as they put an end to Derry’s attempt at a third consecutive Ulster title.

Daire O’Baoill was the star of the show, chipping Odhran Lynch twice, while Oisin Gallen and Jamie Brennan added goals to seal the memorable win for Donegal. The victory sets up a tantalizing clash with either Tyrone or Cavan in the next round of the Ulster Championship.

For Derry manager Mickey Harte, it was a case of history repeating itself as McGuinness once again got the better of him. Despite Harte’s impressive track record, he has yet to defeat the Donegal maestro in championship football. McGuinness’ return to the sideline after 10 years, coupled with Harte’s surprise appointment as Derry boss, made this clash a must-watch event.

The game itself was a high-octane, high-quality encounter, with Donegal’s masterful performances from players like Ryan McHugh and Daire O Baoill proving to be the difference. Despite a strong start from Derry, Donegal’s relentless attack and solid defense ultimately secured the victory.

As Donegal fans celebrated the unexpected triumph, Derry will have to regroup for the All-Ireland series. While the defeat was undoubtedly a blow, Derry still has the talent and potential to make a strong comeback once the dust settles on this unforgettable evening in Celtic Park.