Brian Gavin: Clare had strong grounds for grievances with some of the officiating

Having started well, Colm Lyons struggled in the second half at Croke Park

AH REF: Tony Kelly of Clare with referee Colm Lyons during the All-Ireland Senior Championship semi-final match between Kilkenny and Clare at Croke Park

It had all started so well for Colm Lyons in the second of the All-Ireland semi-finals. Giving good and clear advantage, the likes of David McInerney and Huw Lawlor were allowed the opportunity to score fine points as a result.

Seadna Morey was picked up for a yellow card on Tom Phelan but then things started to slip. Colm missed a yellow card for an over-zealous foul by Conor Fogarty on Tony Kelly, which first drew the frustration of the Clare supporters.