Monaghan dominated local rivals Cavan with a commanding 0-27 to 2-14 victory in their Ulster Senior Football Championship quarter-final at St Tiernach's Park. Gabriel Bannigan's side controlled the game from the outset, winning crucial kick-outs and turnovers that set the platform for their success.

Monaghan's spread of scorers proved decisive, with Ryan Ward and Rory Beggan influential from distance while Shane Mooney consistently found space inside. The hosts struck three two-pointers in the opening period and maintained a high conversion rate throughout. In contrast, Cavan relied heavily on Paddy Lynch's placed balls, missing several frees at key moments despite his accuracy.

Monaghan's relentless pressure disrupted Cavan's restarts through a well-drilled zonal press, allowing them to win primary possession and dictate tempo. Though Cameron Dowd hit the crossbar during a goal chance, Monaghan built a commanding lead with scores from David Garland and Beggan. Despite late scores from the Breffni men, Monaghan went in at half-time with a deserved seven-point advantage, setting up a semi-final clash with Derry.