Royals win first senior shootout

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Meath’s O’Byrne Cup semi-final win over Longford threw up another first for the GAA at inter-county senior level as this game was decided by free kicks after extra-time failed to separate the teams at Páirc Tailteann yesterday.

Both sides were afforded five free kicks from the 45-metre line to decide who would meet Westmeath in the decider after they finished level following 90 minutes.