Meath boss Robbie Brennan praised his group for the resilience they showed in yesterday evening’s All-Ireland SFC Round 2B win over Derry.

In what was a tough battle against the Oak Leafers, the Royals came out on top by 1-24 to 1-20 to keep their season alive and into tomorrow morning’s draw for Round 3 in the Sam Maguire Cup race.

Speaking to BBC Sport NI after the game, Brennan said he was proud of his players as they now turn their focus to next weekend where a place in the last eight will be at stake.

"I'm delighted with the result, but it's on to the bus and down the road and try and recover now for next week,” he said.

"There's no hiding place. Whoever we get on Monday, we'll be back in on Tuesday night to try and prepare as best we can.

"No matter who you get, your analysis will be small, and it's about recovery. Championship games are a different level. It's very difficult to go back-to-back, but that's the hand we're dealt. We just have to get on with it."

On veteran goal-scorer Donal Keogan’s brilliant contribution at Celtic Park, Brennan added: "When you come into a cauldron like this, they're the lads you hope can stand up. Keogan, I thought, was probably as good as I've ever seen him play. He was exceptional, and you need that to happen. Bryan Menton was the same — he put in a massive shift."

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