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- ↑ "Oisin O'Neill among experienced trio expected to start for Crossmaglen". The Irish News . 25 September 2021.
- ↑ O'Riordan, Ian (24 October 2019). "Oisín O'Neill wants young Cross players to leave a mark". The Irish Times .
- ↑ Watters, Andy (16 September 2023). "Oisin O'Neill making up for lost time with Crossmaglen and Armagh". The Irish News .
- ↑ Tierney, Paddy (11 January 2024). "Oisin O'Neill heroics delight Kieran McGeeney as Armagh set up Derry semi-final date: The Crossmaglen star marked his first county appearance in 18 months with a Man-of-the-Match performance against Tyrone". Belfast Live .
- ↑ Tierney, Paddy (23 August 2023). "'A leader among leaders' - Crossmaglen and Armagh star Oisin O'Neill returns from 18-month injury nightmare". Belfast Live .
- ↑ Costello, Lee (24 August 2023). "Armagh receive huge boost as 'immense leader' returns after 18 months out". Joe .
- ↑ "'A leader amongst leaders' - Cunningham hails O'Neill after return from injury". Hogan Stand. 25 August 2023.
- ↑ Campbell, John (29 August 2023). "I'm making up for lost time in Crossmaglen Rangers' chase for the Armagh Championship, says Oisin O'Neill". Belfast Telegraph .
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