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Dunmurry YM celebrate reaching the Steel & Sons Cup final. (Photo by Dunmurry YM)

Amateur League boss reflects on long journey to Christmas Day final

Linfield's Adam Frizzell battling to keep possession under pressure from Adam Glenny in the draw with Dungannon Swifts. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Road 'flair' and Dungannon 'dirty side' behind away draw at 10-man Linfield

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree after the loss to Cliftonville. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Pain points path forward for Rodney McAree's Dungannon Swifts

Brian Healy adds his second goal of Cliftonville's away win over Dungannon Swifts. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

'A cannon of a right foot' but Irish League striker urged to study club hero

Dungannon Swifts assistant manager Dixie Robinson. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Shared goals but one winner aim as Irish League purists' favourites face off

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree 'massively proud' of Dungannon Swifts efforts in 'not a classic'

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree clear Dungannon Swifts have 'to improve and be better'

Ballymena United boss Oran Kearney says his squad will work hard to get back to winning ways as they take on Dungannon Swifts

Ballymena will 'work hard' in a bid to start winning games: Oran Kearney

Dungannon's Sean McAllister has enjoyed a superb start to the season. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Former player feels Irish League club 'done well' to keep 'electrifying' star

Dungannon Swifts assistant Dixie Robinson (left) with manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Dungannon Swifts success has helped make club 'easier sell'

Dungannon Swifts' Paul Doyle has been a key addition to the Stangmore Park squad. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

'They've been around a lot' - Irish League experience on top of youth tradition

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree issues Dungannon Swifts transfer stance as window prepares to shut

Bangor manager Lee Feeney. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press)

Lee Feeney maintains Bangor belief after 'hard one to take' Dungannon defeat

Barney McKeown (right) has settled quickly into life at Dungannon Swifts. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

'Perfect environment' - Irish League club celebrated by summer transfer

Junior Ogedi-Uzokwe has made a return to Dungannon Swifts

Junior set to give Dungannon Swifts plenty of options says Rodney McAree

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree's full faith Dungannon Swifts can continue golden period
Rodney McAree has full faith Dungannon Swifts can continue the club’s golden period – but insists expectation levels can’t get out of control “because we still are who we are”.
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Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Irish League manager feels transfer market 'out of control'

Dungannon Swifts management and players with Daniel McCarron ahead of his move to Arsenal. (Photo by Dungannon Swifts FC)

Irish League club 'incredibly proud' as teenager officially joins Arsenal

Steel & Sons Cup champions Ballymacash Rangers will compete in the National Conference League Premier Division. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

NAFL confirm the 12 clubs set to compete in inaugural Conference League

Dungannon Swifts' Irish Cup triumph in 2025 is set for the big screen

'Mark a legacy': Dungannon's Irish Cup triumph set for the big screen

James Knowles celebrating during his time at Dungannon Swifts. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Irish League 'dead-ball specialist' thanks fans for 'creating history together'

Barney McKeown has joined Dungannon Swifts from Glenavon. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Dungannon Swifts confirm third summer signing as Glenavon captain arrives

Dungannon Swifts' new signing Michael McElhatton with manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by Dungannon Swifts FC)

Dungannon Swifts make first transfer move as 'one of our own' returns

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by INPHO/Jonathan Porter)

Rodney McAree feels 'league has to take responsibility' after fixture schedule

Matthew Fitzpatrick celebrates his hat-trick finish in BetMcLean European Play-Offs final success against Dungannon Swifts at Windsor Park. (Photo by INPHO/Jonathan Porter)

Hat-trick hero Matthew Fitzpatrick wraps up Linfield's European spot

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree calls for final Dungannon Swifts push in European mission

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree praise for Dungannon star capable of 'something bit special'
Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree praised Kealan Dillon, who he knows is capable of producing “something a bit special”, after his strike sealed their spot in a BetMcLean European play-off final against Linfield.
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Caolan Marron of Dungannon Swifts celebrates scoring against Carrick Rangers. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Dungannon Swifts 'probably going to be stretched' for European play-off trip

Kealan Dillon of Dungannon Swifts celebrates scoring his side's third goal in their win over Carrick Rangers. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree praises Dungannon Swifts mentality after overcoming obstacles

Leo Alves has signed a new contract to remain at Dungannon Swifts

Experienced campaigner extends stay with Dungannon Swifts

Clearer Water Irish Cup Final, Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park, Belfast 2/5/2026 Dungannon Swifts vs Coleraine Dungannon’s manager Rodney McAree Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Jonathan Porter

Rodney McAree clear 'there's no other way' for Dungannon Swifts

Coleraine lifted the Irish Cup thanks to Matthew Shevlin's brace and a Joel Cooper finish in the 3-2 victory - with Paul Doyle and Andrew Mitchell the Dungannon Swifts scorers

IN PICTURES: 38 Superb Irish Cup final images from Coleraine v Dungannon Swifts

Dungannon's players line up for the team photo. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Dungannon Swifts star declares 'there's so much to come' despite cup final pain

Ruaidhri Higgins (right) pictured with Coleraine owner Henry Ross after today's Irish Cup final success

Bannsiders squad now capable of title success says Ruaidhri Higgins

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree with his father Joe after winning last season's Irish Cup. (Photo by INPHO/Brian Little)

Rodney McAree feels Dungannon 'so much better prepared' for another final trip

Shea Gordon (right) with Gael Bigirimana ahead of the Irish Cup final. (Photo by Irish FA)

Dungannon Swifts star seeking Irish Cup redemption after losing to boyhood club

Left to right, bottom to top: Dungannon fans Daniel Jardine, Sam Kelly, Dillon Boyd, and Charlie Hughes fixing flags and banners in place at Windsor Park ahead of the match

Rival supporters' clubs say what Irish Cup victory would mean for them

Ruaidhri Higgins relishing sold-out crowd at The Showgrounds as Coleraine host Glentoran

Sold-out crowd on final day shows the potential of Coleraine: Ruaidhri Higgins

Cliftonville celebrate Ryan Curran's winner. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Jim Magilton hails Cliftonville side who 'stood up' to end winless run

Dungannon's Rodney McAree in conversation with assistant coach Dixie Robinson. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Dungannon Swifts coach clear Rodney McAree 'has to take the credit' for success

Dungannon's Rodney McAree celebrates with fans. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Dixie Robinson hails Rodney McAree role in Dungannon Swifts success

Dungannon's Daniel Wallace appears to head the ball into his own net. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

'No blame': Jim Magilton praises Cliftonville courage in 'hard one to bear'

Rodney McAree would love to guide his Dungannon Swifts to yet another Irish Cup final after last year's historic success

Rodney McAree wants Dungannon Swifts to sample another 'big occasion'

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by INPHO/Brian Little)

Rodney McAree sends clear warning after 'awful' display

Crusaders manager Declan Caddell. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

'It'll make or break them' relegation fight reality for Crusaders

Dungannon Swifts have enjoyed another special season under Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree challenges Dungannon Swifts to finish the job

Dungannon's goalscorer Kobei Moore and manager Rodney McAree celebrate their Irish Cup win. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree hoping for repeat of 'best day' at Dungannon Swifts

Dungannon Swifts and Cliftonville are set to meet in the Irish Cup semi-final - a repeat of last year's decider

Irish Cup: Repeat of last year's final in last four draw

Dungannon Swifts head coach Rodney McAree

'Immense character' praised by Dungannon Swifts chief Rodney McAree

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Rodney McAree points to Dungannon Swifts stat which 'isn't good enough'

Dungannon Swifts manager Rodney McAree and dad Joe after the club's Irish Cup win. (Photo by Arthur Allison /Pacemaker Press)

Irish League manager signs long-term contract extension

Brandon Bermingham has joined Kerry FC. (Photo by INPHO/Declan Roughan)

Irish League winger 'really excited' after sealing League of Ireland transfer

Former Irish League star Shane McCabe. (Photo by Brian Little/Presseye)

Ex-star highlights 'one of the best players' who could thrive across the water

Kyle McClelland has joined Cliftonville on loan from Glenavon

Transfer business continues as Dungannon Swifts and Cliftonville pounce

Carrick Rangers' Adam Lecky finished with hat-trick delight over Dungannon Swifts on Saturday. (Photo by INPHO/Jonathan Porter)

POST-MATCH VIEW: 'Much more important' league win follows end to 33-year wait

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