Celebrations and praise as Louth team return home

Louth County Council has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the Louth senior football team on their historic and hard-fought victory over Meath in the Leinster Senior Football Championship final at Croke Park on Sunday.

Led by captain Sam Mulroy, who finished the game with an impressive tally of 1-7, Ger Brennan’s side produced a superb display to run out 3-14 to 1-18 winners, bringing the Delaney Cup back to the Wee County for the first time in 68 years.
Cllr Kevin Callan, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, said: “On behalf of every elected member, I want to extend the warmest of congratulations to everyone involved at Louth GAA.

“As we’ve seen from the results of our minor and U20 teams in recent weeks, football in the county is clearly on an upward trajectory, and this magnificent win against our neighbours and old rivals confirms that.

“For a long time, we’ve all dreamt of winning our first Leinster title since 1957, and Ger Brennan and this group of players have made that dream a reality. They will rightly go down in history as the team who ended the long wait - and they did it in style. An Lú Abú!”

David Conway, Chief Executive of Louth County Council, said: “This is a momentous day for County Louth, and one that every GAA fan in the county will remember for the rest of their lives. This historic achievement is a testament to the dedication, talent, and spirit of the Louth players, the management and backroom team, the County Board, and every Gael across the county.

“Huge credit must go to both teams for producing such a thrilling spectacle and it was wonderful to see the sea of red and white celebrating when Sam Mulroy lifted the trophy in the Hogan Stand. This marks a proud day in the history of Louth GAA and an unforgettable occasion that will inspire generations of youngsters to come. Congratulations to everyone involved.”
Following the historic victory the county erupted in jubilant celebrations, with homecoming events held in Drogheda, Ardee, and Dundalk.

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In Drogheda, the first stop of the homecoming tour, thousands of supporters gathered at the Integral GAA Grounds to welcome the team. The atmosphere was electric as captain Sam Mulroy led his teammates onto the pitch to a mighty roar from the crowd.

The celebrations continued in Ardee, where the team was greeted by enthusiastic fans. The homecoming parade stopped off in the town, allowing supporters to share in the triumph and express their pride in the team's achievement.

In Dundalk, the final stop of the tour, the team arrived at Market Square shortly after eleven to a hero's welcome. The square was filled with fans of all ages, waving flags and cheering as the players took the stage.