Dublin get Leinster title defence off to winning start against Kildare

Dublin burst into an early lead, 1-4 up after six minutes of play as they dominated early possession.

WINNING START: Reigning All Ireland and Leinster SFC champions Dublin got the defence of their Leinster crown underway today as they overcame last year’s All Ireland and Leinster Intermediate Champions Kildare. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

TG4 Leinster SFC: Dublin 4-15 Kildare 2-4

Reigning All Ireland and Leinster SFC champions Dublin got the defence of their Leinster crown underway today as they overcame last year’s All Ireland and Leinster Intermediate Champions Kildare in a sun-soaked Parnell Park. Dublin skipper Carla Rowe hit 1-4 of Dublin’s tally while Orlagh Nolan hit 1-3 for the Sky Blues.