That game, played at Corrigan Park in Belfast, threw up a surprise result as Antrim defeated Galway by 7–0 to 6–2. This allowed Armstrong's side to advance to an All-Ireland semi-final meeting with Kilkenny and, once again, the game was played at Corrigan Park. It was another historic win for Antrim as 'the Cats' were defeated by 3–3 to 1–6.
The game played at Corrigan Park in Belfast saw Antrim defeat Galway with a score of 7-0 to 6-2, which propelled them into an All-Ireland semi-final against Kilkenny. The rematch was also held at Corrigan Park and resulted in another historic win for Antrim as they defeated Kilkenny by 3-3 to 1-6.