The men's inter-county season reaches its conclusion on Sunday as Armagh face Galway in the All-Ireland Football Final at Croke Park.
Padraic Joyce messaged Kieran McGeeney to say "see you in the final" after Galway and Armagh's group-stage draw a month agoWatch on BBC iPlayer, BBC Two NI, BBC Sport website & app; listen on BBC Sounds, BBC Radio Ulster; live text updates, radio, report, reaction & highlights on BBC Sport website & app
Armagh, on the other hand, are back in Gaelic football's showpiece for the first time since 2003. The Orchard County's only triumph came in 2002 when McGeeney captained the county to a memorable win over Kerry. Neither side has lost in normal play in this year's championship. Galway's last defeat was to Kerry in Division One in March while Armagh's only championship reverse was on penalties to Donegal in the Ulster final.As you would expect, All-Ireland final buzz has gripped both counties. Armagh has been awash with orange and white bunting and flags in recent days, with bursts of maroon across Galway.
Tiernan Kelly has stepped up in Ciaran Mackin's absence, while Ben Crealey and Niall Grimley have been hugely impressive in midfield. "Sunday will take on a life of its own. You can prepare for a lot of things on these types of occasions that might not occur. Other things might crop up but we have full faith in our players that they can figure it out on the pitch on the day."
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