Dublin through to 14th consecutive Leinster final with comfortable win over Offaly

James McCarthy's inclusion from the start for the first time since last July's All-Ireland final defeat of Kerry drew cheers from the Dublin support.

Colm Basquel of Dublin scores a point during the Leinster SFC semi-final against Offaly at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by Shauna Clinton/Sportsfile

Leinster SFC semi-final: Dublin 3-22 Offaly 0-11

Dublin will face Louth in the Leinster SFC final for the second season running after comfortably clearing the Offaly hurdle at Croke Park.