Joseph Cooney goal helps Galway see off stubborn Laois

Galway 1-19 Laois 0-16: A first-half goal from Joseph Cooney proved crucial as Galway advanced to the semi-finals of the Walsh Cup.

The Tribesmen saw off a stubborn Laois side in Rathdowney, with Cooney’s goal in the 29th minute the key score for the visitors.

It was all that separated the sides for long spells, as the visitors hit three points in injury time.