Housing costs 'an issue' for Cork City when it comes to more experienced players

Finding accommodation for more experienced players, ones with families, was a new obstacle which Cork City manager Tim Clancy experienced during the off-season.

BLOCKING OUT THE NOISE: Cork City manager Tim Clancy says he doesn't "listen to criticism from people I'd never ask advice from". Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Stability is the name of the game for Tim Clancy as he aims to ensure Cork City don’t descend into a yo-yo club.

Turner’s Cross will be close to its 7,485 capacity on Friday night when the Rebels return to the Premier Division by hosting Galway United and welcoming their manager John Caulfield back to his alma mater.