Quarterback Noel McGrath must be Tipperary’s focal point

Waterford’s system is most efficient when they build up a lead so Tipp manager Michael Ryan will look for a fast start in tomorrow’s Munster final.

Tadhg de Búrca is Waterford’s preferred sweeper. However, the opposition chooses the spare man. If I was Michael Ryan, I would play Callanan on Tadhg de Búrca to prevent De Búrca being the outlet for defensive passes.

As a support player or when in possession, I would want Callanan running straight at the posts drawing frees. Niall O’Meara has pace and a good work ethic. I’d line him up in the right corner on Noel Connors but he would operate as a double left-half forward.