Tigerish Tyrone shade the first battle

Tyrone 1-13 Donegal 0-12

The All-Ireland champions held nothing back as they launched themselves into a tempestuous North West derby, clearly intent on maintaining the upper hand they have held over their neighbours in recent seasons.

With two men sent off, including Footballer of the Year Michael Murphy, and nine yellow cards issued to their players, the Sam Maguire Cup holders had travelled to Omagh on serious business.