Fascinating tactical battle between Limerick and Clare beckons

I was expecting a tactical battle from the throw-in last Sunday and I was surprised when it failed to materialise. I will be astonished if Clare and Limerick isn’t a tactical engagement.

Limerick’s Declan Hannon, picked at full-forward will go head-to-head with David McInerney although it’s seldom two U-21s mark each other in these key positions. Both are tall, quick and good under the high ball but the quality of the deliveries and movement inside will be crucial.

It’s similar at the other end. In a two-man forward line, Clare’s Darach Honan’s height advantage could prove a handful for Tom Condon or Richie McCarthy. How effective they are will depend on dominance further outfield. If Limerick or Clare get time and space to pick out their full-forwards with good ball it will be next to impossible for their markers.