Mullinalaghta became the first Longford club to win the Leinster championship when they upset Kilmacud Crokes at O'Connor Park in Tullamore.
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John Keegan and Michael Cunningham
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Patrick Fox
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Rian Brady
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John Keegan
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Brendan Fox
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Mullinalaghta St Columba's captain Shane Mulligan
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Mullinalaghta St Columba's substitutes and officials react at the final whistle
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Mullinalaghta St Columba's manager Mikey Graham
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Mullinalaghta St Columba's players celebrate with the cup
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Mullinalaghta St Columba's players John Keegan, left, and Simon Cadam
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