Carlow led at half-time by 2-6 to 0-9 thanks to two well-taken goals by centre-half forward Craig Doyle.
Carlow were reduced to 14 men early in the second half when midfielder Jack Kavanagh was sent off but some fine saves by goalkeeper Kevin Keogh kept his side in front as Westmeath looked to take advantage of their extra man.
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