It was a long journey west for Mayo from Newbridge after they were annihilated by the hosts by 41 points.

Kildare booked a semi-final clash with Dublin thanks to this victory at St Conleth’s Park.

KIERAN KILKENNY proved why he is one of the most exciting young talents in the country with a tour de force performance as Dublin swept Kildare aside in last night’s Leinster minor football semi-final.