Carlow topple Tipp to consolidate lead at summit

Ben McCarron’s 64th-minute penalty save from Seán O’Connor was the crucial moment to record another victory over their fellow promotion challengers.

Joe Murphy, Carlow manager.

Allianz Football League Division 4: Tipperary 1-14 (1-2-10) Carlow 1-17 (1-2-13)

A wind-assisted 10-point turnaround saw Carlow win their third game on the spin to consolidate their lead at the top of Division 4 by beating Tipperary in front of 841 fans at FBD Semple Stadium.