Donegal edges Dublin in Allianz Football League opener

In the Allianz NFL, Monaghan secured a high-scoring victory over Westmeath, primarily driven by Conor McCarthy's remarkable performance, scoring seven points. Despite a competitive effort from Westmeath, who showed signs of improvement under new management, they struggled to maintain momentum against Monaghan's consistent scoring. Meanwhile, Galway defeated Mayo by 10 points, capitalizing on the new rules to score multiple two-pointers, overcoming a slight halftime deficit. In another match, Donegal opened their season by defeating Dublin 0-20 to 0-16, with Daire O Baoill leading the scoring and maintaining Donegal's unbeaten home record under coach Jim McGuinness. The results highlight a mix of strategic play and individual brilliance across the league as teams adapt to the evolving game dynamics. Fans and analysts are keenly observing how these performances will shape the remainder of the season.