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30 Mar 2026

Five-star Raphoe Town clinch Division 2 title

Raphoe Town needed a win to win the Donegal Physiotherapy Division 2 title, but they did so in style with a 5-0 win over Lifford Celtic

Five-star Raphoe Town clinch Division 2 title

Raphoe Town celebrate after winning the Division 2 title

Lifford Celtic 0
Raphoe Town 5

Raphoe celebrated a proud sporting achievement on Sunday as Raphoe Town secured victory in the Donegal Physiotherapy Division 2. 

After a season defined by determination, teamwork, and consistency, the club has impressively remained unbeaten to date, a remarkable record that highlights their dominance throughout the campaign.

Raphoe Town captain Ryan Murtagh receives the Division 2 title from Liam Porter of the Donegal Junior League

With two games still remaining, the team has already sealed top spot, underlining the strength and depth within the squad.

Mike Kelly’s men had the short journey to Greenbrae on Sunday to take on Lifford Celtic as they searched for glory, and they did so in emphatic style.

Coming out of the blocks quickly, Conor Friel’s early brace inside ten minutes gave them the perfect start as they led by two at the break.

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Two further goals in quick succession from Darren Kelly and Bobby O’Loughlin had them well in control coming into the final twenty minutes of the game as the champagne was already being put on ice.

And it was Oran Kelly who finished off the scoring to spark celebrations for the visiting fans and players.

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