Donal O’Grady: Clare may not allow Limerick play to their strengths

Limerick are as skilful as the rest, however in championship speed is king, writes Donal O’Grady.

In early February, speaking about Limerick’s pre-league preparation, new manager John Kiely stated: “If we keep progressing at that rate in the months ahead, I think we’ll be in a great place by the summer.”

This week Kiely stated that training “has been superb” and that their preparations included ‘friendly’ wins against Cork and two over Waterford. Confident public comment from a manager is rare. Self-belief is obviously very strong in the Treaty camp. Kiely also emphasised that Limerick “want to play to our strengths.” Clare will work to negate those strengths.