The death has taken place of former Ulster GAA president and inter-county referee Michael Greenan.

A former Drumalee and Cavan footballer, Greenan had the distinction of playing in and refereeing three Ulster SFC finals. He also took charge of the famous 1987 National Football League semi-final between Dublin and Cork in Croke Park which the Dubs won after Cork refused to play extra-time as they didn’t want to miss their train home.

In a statement, Ulster GAA said. "As a member of Cavan County Board, he held a number of roles, including Secretary from 1976-1981, and was also a selector with the senior football team in 1976, 1978 and 1983. He holds the unique distinction of presenting the Anglo Celt Cup three times in Croke Park during his term as Uachtarán Comhairle Uladh.

"Ulster GAA expresses profound sorrow at Miceál's passing and we extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Carmel, his children, Sonia, Cara, Aoife, Michael, Donal, his brother Eamonn, his sister Noreen and the wider Greenan family circle during this time of great loss.

"We remember also his colleagues at Drumalee GAA and in Cavan GAA. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."

It is with deep sorrow that Ulster GAA mourns the loss of our esteemed colleague and friend, former Uachtarán Comhairle Uladh, Miceál Greenan.

From the Drumalee club in Cavan, Miceál served as the 32nd President of the Ulster Council GAA from 2004-2006.

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— Ulster GAA (@UlsterGAA) November 30, 2025

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