Gaelic football round-up: Donegal ease by Down, Offaly edge Louth after extra-timeMichael Langan of Donegal in action against Pierce Laverty of DownDonegal have come through the Ulster Championship preliminary round with a comprehensive win over Down. However, there is a significant worry for manager Declan Bonner after captain Michael Murphy was forced ashore due to injury. The Division 1 side moved into an early 0-5 to 0-1 lead with points through Paddy McBrearty, Murphy and Ryan McHugh. McBrearty added two more points as Donegal put the game to bed before the halfway mark. Offaly 3-19 Louth 0-19John Maughan got one over on Mickey Harte, as Offaly prevailed at Pairc Tailteann, Navan with victory after extra-time.

Source: Sky sports June 27, 2021 15:22 UTC