Offaly star Whelahan plays down injury fears

Offaly's team of the Millennium member Brian Whelahan has moved quickly to play down fears that a facial injury will keep him out of the game.

The inspirational centre-back took a blow to the face during his side's loss to Leinster rivals Kilkenny on Sunday.

However, he said: "There's nothing seriously wrong. I took a heavy knock but the damage looks worse than it actually is."