Jim McGuinness admits dismay at heated brawl after inspiring Donegal to ‘special' Ulster victory over Armagh
Jim McGuinness says that post-game brawls 'shouldn't happen' as his squad's sensational Ulster Final win over Armagh was marred by a bust-up between sections of the teams after the hooter sounded.
Donegal emerged victorious by a single point, but some of the Orchard players took exception to the way their opponents chose to celebrate in their faces and a melee quickly broke out.
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