Louth Fall Just Short in Thrilling Newry Fightback

Louth fall just short in thrilling Newry fightback

A thriller in Pairc Esler saw Down make it past near-neighbours Louth by the skin of their teeth.

Adam Crimmins saves Down from Louth comeback at the death in Newry

A huge second half from Louth saw them recover from a nine-point half-time deficit

Down give Louth another All-Ireland SFC wake-up call with dramatic win in Newry

As Tommy Durnin looked certain to kick the equaliser for Louth after the hooter had sounded, Adam Crummins came flying in to make a match-winning block and ensure Down grabbed a second win in Group 3 in what turned into a stirring game at a packed Páirc Esler on Saturday.

Down survive Louth's Mulroy-inspired comeback in Newry - HoganStand

Down made it two wins from two in the All-Ireland senior football championship's group stage by holding off Louth's late push in Newry this evening.