Louth deny Dublin to bridge 12-year Leinster U20 football final gap

Louth 1-13 Dublin 1-9

Darragh Dorian, left, and Dara McDonnell of Louth celebrate after their side's victory in the EirGrid Leinster U20 Football Championship semi-final win over Dublin at Parnell Park in Dublin. Photo: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Louth reached a first Leinster Under-20 football championship final in 12 years at Parnell Park tonight as Dublin fell short of an 11th consecutive appearance in the decider.

Fergal Reel’s side led by two points at half-time before Luke O’Boyle’s goal levelled matters after the restart.