Loughnane effect may fire Clare

GALWAY boss Ger Loughnane says it makes no difference to him to be opposing Clare tomorrow in the All-Ireland hurling qualifiers — but adds that his involvement with Galway may give his former charges an added incentive.

Loughnane was Clare manager when they won two All-Ireland titles, in 1995 and 1997, but is now in charge of the Tribesmen. Asked whether returning to Cusack Park, Ennis, to oppose Clare would be difficult for him, he was as forthright as ever.

“It makes no difference. When you’re involved at club level, you’re playing with lads one week with the county and you’re against them with your club the following week.