Laois end year on a high as they keep seat at top table for 2022

Westmeath had Aaron Craig sent off five minutes before half-time and missed a penalty in injury-time

Jack Kelly of Laois celebrates a point late in the game during the Allianz League Division 1 relegation play-off. Picture: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Laois 1-27 Westmeath 0-27

After a drama-filled encounter in O'Moore Park, Laois have retained their Allianz League Division 1 status with a three-point win over Westmeath.