It's final or failure for Faithful boss Fennelly 

Joe McDonagh Cup glory is firmly atop the target list as Offaly manager eyes a potential fresh crack at Antrim

Growing the game: Offaly manager Michael Fennelly, and Eoghan Cahill at the announcement of Organic Dairy Producer Glenisk entering a new partnership with Offaly GAA, Camogie and Go Games that will support all ages groups.

Offaly boss Michael Fennelly believes anything less than qualification for the Joe McDonagh Cup final would represent 'failure' for him and his management of the team.

The Faithful County, winners of the Christy Ring Cup in 2021, are guaranteed to reach the McDonagh decider if they win their remaining two group games — against Kerry in Tralee on Saturday and at home to Carlow seven days later.