They came to Clones determined to upset the odds and claim a place in the Ulster Final at Donegal’s expense. Instead, Cavan now await a summer of uncertainty after being condemned to the Tailteann Cup following a 2-16 to 0-16 defeat.
The Breffnimen played their part in what was the most entertaining game of the Ulster Championship thus far.
With 57 minutes played, they were neck-and-neck with Declan Bonner’s side at 0-14 each.