It is the only change from the side that defeated Louth, as Loftus was named to start the semi-final, but it was Paul Towey who started.

Mayo manager Andy Moran admits that the support offered by his fellow Ballaghaderreen man would have been precious ahead of Sunday's All-Ireland final against Kerry

Andy Moran's side turned to youth at both ends of the pitch for a response, which has set up a semi-final tie against Louth in Croke Park on Saturday.

A tough day at the office for Mark Dowd's charges

From Roscommon’s perspective, it appears that it's all about building for the championship now, and that opening round game against New York on April 12th.

Both teams have an outside chance of reaching the Division One League final, but Roscommon and Mayo will be much changed from last weekend's games.

Andy Moran's reign as Mayo boss is underway with a 3-18 to 2-18 win over Galway

Both teams recorded victories in their opening round games last weekend.

Mark Dowd's side to enjoy some 'home comforts' in early January, while dates for Rossies' Connacht U-17 and U-20 campaigns also set in stone. 

Former Mayo All-Star and Footballer of the Year, Lee Keegan, has claimed that former team-mate, Andy Moran, has a “healthy hate” for Roscommon.