Five-star Ardfield end long wait for silverware as Niall Keane scores brace in Championship Cup final win | The Southern Star

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Ardfield dominated Beara United 5-1 in the West Cork League Championship Cup final at Ollie McCarthy Park, Skibbereen, on Sunday amid heavy rain. Niall Keane scored twice, with Michael Maguire, Sam Linehan, and Paul Hodnett also netting as Ardfield led 1-0 at half-time before adding four second-half goals. This victory ends their long wait for West Cork League adult silverware.

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West Cork League cups mark key milestones for local clubs chasing regional dominance. Ardfield fans and players celebrate ending trophy drought, boosting momentum for league and Beamish Cup. Watch Ardfield vs Aultagh Celtic next, then Beamish Cup final vs Drinagh Rangers.