SFC Group 4
St Paul’s 2-6 Aghagallon 2-19
Report and Photographs: Brian Hamill
Aghagallon delivered a clinical and composed performance to see off St Paul’s, finishing with a 13-point victory that underlined their championship credentials.
The visitors were in control from early on and never let up, with a second-half blitz putting the result beyond doubt.
In a more characteristic performance, Ruairi McCann wrapped up the scoring for Aghagallon, with a point from play as they cruised to the finish line. James Farrell’s goal, for St Paul’s, minutes earlier, showed the attacking potential of the losing team, but it came after Johnny Hannon and Adam Loughran had already inflicted serious damage.
Loughran was unstoppable, netting twice and adding a point, while Eunan Walsh ran riot in midfield, contributing five points in a dominant spell. Enda McCartan had one of his best performances of the season for Aghagallon.
In defence, St Paul’s struggled to contain the waves of pressure, with only brief moments of resistance. Conall Duffy converted a penalty and managed to score points, but the home side couldn’t stem the tide.
The first half saw Aghagallon build a solid platform, with Johnny Hannon sharp from frees. Marc McAfee (17), Adam Loughran, and Eunan Walsh all chipped in with scores from play.
St Paul’s had a bright start, taking an early lead through Conall Duffy, but were soon pegged back. Hannon’s accuracy from frees brought the sides level before Aghagallon began to pull away
Aghagallon’s blend of pace, precision, and power proved too much for St Paul’s, who were second best across the pitch. With this commanding win, Aghagallon send a clear message: They are here to challenge for honours.
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