But gallant Leitrim came storming back to grab an unexpected draw in controversial circumstances. The controversy surrounds a goal from full-forward Ollie Maguire minutes from the final whistle.
Waterford argued that goalkeeper Alfie Kirwan was impeded as he attempted to field a high ball. The referee felt otherwise and the ball eventually found its way to Maguire who rammed to the net.
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