Late Louth joy as Reynolds punches hole in Westmeath hopes

The new rules certainly seemed to work in this game, with end-to-end action all through and the lead changing hands on a number of occasions

Ronan Wallace of Westmeath in action against Tommy Durnin of Louth. Pic: Stephen Marken, Sportsfile

Allianz FL Division 2: Louth 1-17 (1-2-13) Westmeath 0-18 (0-3-12)

A fisted goal by substitute Sean Reynolds deep into injury-time was the crucial score as Louth eked out a hard-earned two-point win against Westmeath in a pulsating match played in difficult conditions for football in Mullingar.