Roscommon overcame a strong challenge from Down in a thrilling encounter at the Hyde, ultimately securing a seven-point victory. Down capitalized on the first-half wind advantage, but Roscommon fought back valiantly in the second half, fueled by a remarkable goal from Ciarán Murtagh.
Roscommon secured a hard-fought victory against Down at the Hyde, ultimately prevailing by seven points. Down made the most of the first-half wind advantage, accumulating six two-pointers, four of which came from the impressive Pat Havern, to establish a 1-14 to 2-06 lead at halftime. Roscommon started brightly with a goal from Enda Smith, but Down quickly countered, leveling the score and eventually taking the lead with a goal from Ryan McEvoy.
Roscommon responded with a second goal from Cian McKeon, but Down's ability to consistently land two-pointers proved crucial. Roscommon had opportunities to extend their lead, including a penalty saved by Down goalkeeper John O'Hare late in the first half. Despite Peter Fegan's black card for Down, they entered the break with a five-point advantage. After the restart, Down extended their lead to seven points, but Roscommon gradually clawed their way back. Ben O'Carroll marked his introduction with a point and later received a black card, while Eddie Nolan orchestrated a fine move.The turning point arrived in the 58th minute when a block by Colm Neary, making his Roscommon debut, set up Cian McKeon. McKeon's pass found Ciaráin Murtagh, who effortlessly scored a goal from 40 yards out. Down, despite late points from Paddy McCarthy and Danny Magill, couldn't withstand Roscommon's resolute push. Diarmuid Murtagh added another two-pointer, followed by routine scores from Murtagh, Donie Smith, and Daire Cregg, securing Roscommon's seven-point victory
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