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All eyes will be on Croke Park this Sunday afternoon as Dublin and Armagh prepare to clash in a crucial round-robin match. The winner will be one step closer to the All-Ireland knockout stages, while the loser will face a potentially challenging final game in the group phase. For Dublin, this will feel like a homecoming after their longest absence from Croke Park in recent memory. They made a strong statement by defeating Galway in Salthill two weeks ago and benefited from an extra week of rest.
Armagh, on the other hand, had two weeks off following their loss in the Ulster final to Donegal. They managed to defeat Derry last weekend, but they will face a more formidable challenge against a revitalised Dublin team. Read below for our Dublin vs. Armagh prediction ahead of this weekend's exciting game. You can also explore our sportsbook reviews to make informed choices for your GAA betting needs.
🏆 Dublin v Armagh Prediction
Reports of Dublin's decline seem to have been greatly exaggerated! After losing their first Leinster Championship match in 15 years, where Meath eliminated them from the semi-finals, there was speculation that the great era for the Dubs might be coming to an end. They were seen as the underdogs by the best betting sites ahead of their visit to Galway in the Group 4 opener.
However, Dessie Farrell's team showed that while form is temporary, class is permanent, as they defeated the Tribesmen in their backyard. Armagh are the reigning All Ireland Football champions, but they were perhaps fortunate to get past Tyrone in the Ulster semi-final. Donegal had their number again when it mattered in the Clones decider, winning yet another Anglo-Celt Cup. The latest Dublin v Armagh betting odds indicate it could go either way, but with Dublin back at Croke Park, they should capitalise on this opportunity and secure a second round-robin win against a potential Sam Maguire contender.
OUR PREDICTION: 🏆 DUBLIN TO WIN 🏆
💯 Dublin v Armagh Betting Odds
This weekend’s match is expected to be the closest contest according to the oddsmakers, indicating that the teams are evenly matched. Dublin holds a slight favouritism in most betting markets, but Armagh's status as All-Ireland champions commands respect as formidable opponents. This will be our first opportunity to see Dublin compete in a significant game at Croke Park under the new rules. The changes from the FRC are likely to play to Dublin's strengths, so it's somewhat surprising that the odds are as close as they are. With plenty of GAA action scheduled for this weekend, consider taking advantage of the free bet offers available as we head into the start of June.
✔️ Dublin v Armagh Betting Tips
Dublin secured a narrow victory over Galway, winning by just one point, but that scoreline did not accurately reflect the reality of the match in Salthill. The visiting team established control early on and, apart from a brief resurgence from Galway just after half-time, there was no significant period when Padraic Joyce's side was dominant. Ultimately, the victory was clinched with a last-minute point from Tom Lahiff. The Dubs will be pleased to have silenced any critics with this win, and they could send a strong warning to their All-Ireland rivals by defeating the reigning champions convincingly.
Ciarán Kilkenny shone in the Salthill sunshine two weeks ago. The eight-time Celtic Cross winner exemplified everything positive about Dublin's performance. He displayed cleverness and creativity with the ball and worked tirelessly off the ball for the benefit of his team. As one of the elder statesmen of the Dublin squad, he can lead by example at Croke Park. Armagh only managed to score one goal in three outings during the Ulster SFC. Last weekend, they scored two goals against Derry, with Conor Turbitt and Barry McCambridge finding the net, but the Orchard side is not known for frequent goal-scoring.
In last year’s All-Ireland series, the Dubs faced only two Division 1 teams and did not score any goals. Cormac Costello’s early goal at Pearse Stadium did not set the tone for future matches either. This game could turn into a point-scoring showcase. Here are 3 Dublin v Armagh betting tips ahead of the game:
- Tip 1: Dublin -1: Though they are the All-Ireland champions, Armagh could see cracks appear as they return to the scene of last July's significant victory. Dublin's win over Galway serves as a reminder that writing them off is unwise. They are currently priced at 2.25 at DirectionBet to overcome a one-point handicap, making it a reasonable bet.
- Tip 2: Ciarán Kilkenny to be Man of the Match: Ciarán Kilkenny looked impressive in the win over Galway, showing the eagerness and determination of a newcomer despite being an eight-time All-Ireland winner. If he maintains this level of performance in the upcoming match, he may earn the individual accolade once again.
- Tip 3: Under 2.5 goals: Armagh tends to play a risk-averse game, leading to a shortage of goals, and Dublin's recent record of not scoring goals against top-tier opponents suggests this match may feature a focus on long-range scoring instead.
⚽ Dublin Squad Form
Dublin's statement win over Galway in Salthill a fortnight ago put a stop to any talk that Dessie Farrell's side might be on the wane. They travelled west to the home of the beaten All-Ireland finalists from 2024 – a Galway side that eliminated Dublin in Croke Park last summer – and dished out some revenge to Padraic Joyce and his Tribesmen.
The Pearse Stadium win saw Ciarán Kilkenny put in a masterful display with and without the ball. The Castleknock man appeared to be everywhere, and he was instrumental both in scoring a couple of points and helping to lay on the chances for Dublin's forwards. The 31-year-old will be a major asset to Farrell going through the rest of the Championship on that evidence. Of course, Con O'Callaghan also looked to be close to his best in Salthill, but the Dubs face an anxious wait to see if the knock he collected will rule him out here, though the whispers are positive.
⚽ Armagh Squad Form
Armagh welcomed Rian O'Neill back for the win over Derry as the All-Ireland winner appeared for the first time in 2025. O'Neill's playmaking ability and point-taking from long range could be pivotal for Kieren McGeeney's side if they are going to make a real fist of their Sam Maguire defence in the coming months.
Oisin Conaty's impressive season continued in the Athletic Grounds as he tagged on four points, and Conor Turbitt took his chance with both hands after getting an early introduction off the bench to replace Oisin O'Neill. The Clann Éireann forward notched 1-02 from play against Derry and will be eager to get a starting jersey in Croke Park.
McGeeney will have to make a late decision on Aidan Forker after he missed the Derry game, and perhaps the biggest call will be on whether Rian O'Neill starts. His presence could be a big factor in the basis for any Dublin v Armagh All-Ireland SFC prediction.
👕 Dublin vs Armagh Predicted Lineups
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✒️ Dublin v Armagh - H2H Stats
Sunday's Croke Park showdown will be the first Championship clash between the counties since 2010, with Dublin's recent era of dominance coinciding with a period of Armagh being in the shade. Armagh famously had a one-point win over the Dubs in the 2002 semi-final before Joe Kernan's side went on to win Sam Maguire for the first time in Orchard County's history. The most famous clash in the Dublin v Armagh All-Ireland Football H2H is perhaps the 1977 final, when the Boys in Blue scored five goals en route to a convincing win.
Enda McElhinney
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