Monaghan moves closer to Division 1 promotion

Monaghan defeated Meath decisively at Pairc Tailteann, moving closer to promotion to Division 1. They now need just a draw against Down next week to secure their return after dropping out last season. Captain Micheal Bannigan scored eight points, while Jack McCarron added seven after coming on in the first half. Monaghan's strong performance included six two-pointers and effective play from Stephen O'Hanlon. Meath struggled, trailing by 15 points at halftime. Despite a second-half goal from Eoghan Frayne, they could not recover. Meath remains in contention for promotion if they win against Louth next week.