Navan O’Mahonys survive late scare to claim title

Navan O’Mahonys 0-13 Na Fianna 1-8: This Meath SFC decider was anything but a Halloween cracker — more a damp squib — but there were some fireworks in the closing minutes before champions O’Mahonys retained their crown.

O’Mahonys, who were seeking a 20th title, were coasting to victory when leading by double scores, 0-12 to 0-6 with a little over five minutes remaining.

Challengers Na Fianna were attempting to win the crown for the first time, but they were always struggling to keep tabs with their more illustrious opponents until producing a late burst.