Anthony Daly: A Waterford cloud but still a treacherous game for Clare 

It’s hard to believe that, just over 12 months ago, Waterford were most people’s second favourites to win the All-Ireland.

TRICKY FIXTURE: Clare's Tony Kelly reacts during the win over Limerick. Pic: INPHO/Bryan Keane

It’s been some week for Clare hurling. On Monday, the U20s went to Thurles and turned over a fancied Tipperary side to advance to Monday’s final. The following night, the minors beat Cork convincingly in Thurles to secure just our fifth Munster title in the grade. On Saturday, the seniors will be looking to crown that week with a second win in the round-robin and go another step closer towards qualification from the province.

Clare are on a complete high whereas Waterford appear to be on the opposite end of the spectrum. Their minors and U20s failed to win a game in the round robin of both competitions. The seniors have lost both matches to date. And their supporters seem to have abandoned them when they need them most.