Galway need dogs of war attitude

This current Galway outfit must be totally tuned in from the first whistle or they can take an awful pasting against Kerry, writes Ray Silke.

1. Right attitude is fundamental for Galway to compete

Two weeks ago Galway went down to the county’s biggest defeat - nine points - in a Connacht final since 1951 when Roscommon made them look like a mediocre club side. Galway played without passion, intensity or any real purpose. They lacked leaders on the field in that defeat. Why? Because their mindset and attitude stank out Pearse Stadium. Thirteen days later and they were the polar opposite.