Cork use experience to squeeze past Meath in Championship opener

In a close and tense game the experience of Cork told in the end with Ciara O’Sullivan and Aine O’Sullivan superb in the second half ensuring Cork took the points.

Eimear Kiely of Cork is tackled by Bridgetta Lynch of Meath during the TG4 All-Ireland Senior Ladies Football Championship match in Birr. Picture: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

Cork 1-9 Meath 0-10

A goal just before half-time from Brid O’Sullivan was crucial as Cork got their TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship campaign off to a winning start at Birr.