Westmeath hit Longford for five goals in emphatic Leinster opener

Westmeath scored an impressive 5-23 from play with their only score from a free being a two-pointer with the game nearly over

Luke Loughlin scored 2-2 for Westmeath in their Leinster SFC preliminary round victory over Longford. Pic: ©INPHO/John McVitty

Leinster SFC preliminary round: Westmeath 5-25 (5-3-19) Longford 1-16 (1-6-4)

A clinical first half display from Westmeath laid the foundations for their comprehensive win over neighbours Longford in their opening Leinster Championship game at Glennon Brothers Pearse Park.