Leitrim trailed the visitors seven points to eight at half time.

Longford suffered a seven-point defeat in the end.

A magnificent late goal from Diarmuid Murtagh helped the Rossies to a narrow victory.

Nigel Dineen gives his big-match prediction.

The result coupled with Wicklow's loss to Louth means Longford stay up.

The Rossies have also qualified for the division two final against today's opponents.

Andy Moran's men now have three wins from as many games.

18 cards were brandished in total while both sides finished the game with 14 men.