Donegal began their season with a 1-13 to 2-08 win over Down in the Dr McKenna Cup in MacCumhaill Park on Friday evening.
Tony McClenaghan’s goal midway through the second half helped Declan Bonner’s side earn a two point win.
Next up for Donegal is an away trip to Antrim.
Donegal manager Declan Bonner told Ryan Ferry it was good to get the result.