It would leave Laois facing a under-strength Fermanagh for a place in division one.
This Saturday's derby with Westmeath is crucial for Laois football.
That's the view of our Laois GAA Correspondent Jack Nolan.
If they win, the O'Moore county could face a depleted Fermanagh team for a place in Division 1 of the National Football League in 2021.
Manager Mike Quirke has added a number of new faces that impressed in the club championships.
Jack Nolan is excited about two additions in particular:
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The Laois side were four point winners in their previous fixture.
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The two counties will meet in the semi-finals.
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It brings an end to the campaign for the Tullamore school.
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The tournament gets underway this Friday.
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MTU Kerry were too strong over the course of the 60 minutes.
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Offaly and Westmeath can meet each other if they both win this evening.
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MTU Kerry are the opponents.
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The Athlone man is set to feature against La Rochelle this Saturday.
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Laois lost out to Dublin in the first round.
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Offaly, Galway and Westmeath all advanced to the semi-finals.
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The Laois side were heavily beaten in the end.
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