{
  "id": 19119423,
  "title": "McCague praises Scotstown 'bravery' after semi win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/mccague-praises-scotstown-bravery-after-semi-win",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T08:08:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mccague-praises-scotstown-bravery-semi-080837368.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Scotstown manager David McCague applauded his team's bravery following a hard-fought victory against Magherafelt in the Ulster Club SFC semi-finals. The Monaghan side claimed a thrilling 2-21 to 2-20 win at Clones, with McCague crediting the players' courage as the decisive factor in their triumph. McCague highlighted Damien McArdle's winning kick-out and Nicky Sherlock's final equalizer, emphasizing that bravery was the key to their success. He also expressed his disagreement with a controversial late free awarded to Magherafelt goalkeeper Rory Beggan, which he believed was a harsh decision given Beggan's lack of intent to play the man. Despite this, McCague defended referee Noel Mooney, acknowledging his strong performance throughout the game. McCague is confident that his team's experience and communication skills, honed over many years, will serve them well as they prepare for their upcoming semi-final against St Eunan's.",
  "summary": "Scotstown manager David McCague praises his players' bravery after the defending Ulster champions survive a remarkable Magherafelt comeback to secure a dramatic 2-21 to 2-20 extra-time victory in Clones.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}