Cork hero Crowley hopeful Rebels can tame Tribesmen

FORMER star centre-back Johnny Crowley is optimistic Cork can achieve the right result when they take on Galway in the All-Ireland SHC qualifier at Semple Stadium, Thurles on Saturday.

Crowley, who figured in many mighty battles with the Tribesmen during his illustrious career in which he won five All-Ireland senior medals said: “No doubt Cork will be up against it, particularly if Ben O’Connor is ruled out. But I believe that if they play to their full potential they are capable of beating Galway.

“Having said that, however, this is going to be a huge test for Cork and it would be fatal if they take their foot off the pedal at any stage in the proceedings,” warned Crowley.