Kieran McGeeney's Armagh got back to winning ways in Division 1 of the Allianz Football League with a 1-12 to 0-10 victory against Kildare this evening.

Andrew Murnin's 20th minute goal proved crucial to the outcome of a scrappy but entertaining contest played in difficult conditions at the Athletic Grounds.

A stronger second-half performance with the wind also proved to be key for McGeeney's men, who remain in contention for a final place after three wins from five outings.

Bouyed by their win over Dublin last time out, Kildare started the brighter and were 0-2 to 0-0 ahead on seven minutes after points from Paddy Woodgate and Daniel Flynn.

Armagh had parity at 0-3 each when Jemar Hall pointed in the 16th minute and they hit the front for the first time when late replacement Murnin got the vital touch in a goalmouth scramble for the game's only goal.

When referee Joe McQuilllan signalled for half-time, they led by 1-4 to 0-6, though could have been further ahead but for a couple of excellent saves by Mark Donnellan.

A Jimmy Hyland free on the restart brought the margin down to the minimum, but try as they might, Kildare were unable to get back on level terms as Rian O'Neill, Stefan Campbell and Jason Duffy tagged on scores to keep the hosts firmly in control.

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