St. Martin’s, the reigning champions, secured a late draw against Shelmaliers in a tightly contested Wexford senior football championship match. The final score was 0-18 to 1-15, with St. Martin’s netting a crucial goal in the closing stages to level the game. Despite the importance of the match, the encounter was described as “drab,” suggesting a lack of fluidity or exciting play. Shelmaliers led for much of the game, relying on points from open play and frees to build their advantage. St. Martin’s demonstrated resilience, however, fighting back to earn a share of the points. The draw leaves both teams with work to do as the championship progresses, and neither side definitively established dominance. This result indicates a competitive season in Wexford GAA football.