Seán Nolan's early goal sets tone as Wexford overcome Longford challenge
Wexford People
Today at 03:30
Seán Nolan announced his return from a long injury lay-off with a perfect start in Chadwicks Wexford Park on Saturday, and it paved the way for the hosts to begin their Tailteann Cup Group 4 campaign with an ultimately comfortable victory over half-time leaders Longford.
The game was still in its second minute when Shane Pettit's incisive run had the visiting defence in early bother, and he off-loaded to Nolan who hammered the ball to the net with aplomb.
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