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Conor Glass savours 'extra special' Ulster title for Derry

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Conor Glass declared Derry's retention of their Ulster SFC title 'extra special' as it saw them defend a provincial crown for the first time since 1976.The Oak Leaf county looked like they were going to win it in normal time, only for Rian O'Neill to kick two points from placed balls to salvage a draw for Armagh.In the additional 20 minutes, the Orchard County made the first move, taking the lead for the first time when Ross McQuillan pointed from play, and stretching the gap to two when Ethan Rafferty came forward to kick his second score of a long afternoon.Derry kicked the next three points, as the momentum swung once more, only for O'Neill to send the tie to penalties.Odhran Lynch saves, before Ciaran McFaul scores the winner as Derry retain their Ulster SFC title at Clones

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