Avondale fired by fear of failure

FAI UMBRO INTERMEDIATE CUP FINAL:

The atmosphere has been a little different in the dressing room this week. Both players and management have tried to make it seem as normal as possible, but when it comes to the last few days before an FAI Intermediate Cup final, the excitement can’t be kept at bay.

Eoghan Lougheed has been here before, but it’s not something he’ll ever get used to. This is the pinnacle of amateur football in Ireland, and no amount of success can make it feel like the norm.