Mulqueen downplays Banner expectation

Whether it’s a team of battle-hardened veterans like Brian Cody’s Kilkenny or a team of tyros like Davy Fitzgerald’s Clare, the ongoing challenge is to have their heads right for every game.

You don’t want them arrogant or even complacent and Cody always found that balance with his all-conquering side.

For Clare it’s the opposite. Davy Fitz and his management team must inculcate self-belief in their young side. Respect for the opposition yes but no fear. Not even of the most established sides.