One point win not enough to save Down from relegation as Monaghan secure promotion

Monaghan will play Roscommon in the Division Two Final next Sunday.

FINAL BOUND: Monaghan will face Roscommon in the Division two final as they secure promotion while Down are relegated to Dvision Three. Pic: Philip Fitzpatrick/Sportsfile

Allianz NFL Division 2: Monaghan 2-17 Down 0-24

Monaghan secured a quick return to Division One of the NFL, despite losing in Clones to a Down side who were relegated even though they finished their campaign with two gutsy victories.