Stung Monaghan take out their frustrations on off-key Louth

A result and scoreline that might make people take notice nationally could have been more only for Louth’s gritty knack at getting goals.

FIERY ENDING: Monaghan manager Gabriel Bannigan on the sideline after having words with Louth manager Ger Brennan, not pictured, during the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 1 match between Louth and Monaghan at Cedral St Conleth's in Newbridge, Kildare. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

All-Ireland SFC Group 4: Louth 4-08 Monaghan 1-23 

Fired-up Monaghan put Louth to the sword in Newbridge with a resounding opening Group 4 victory over their successful neighbours.