Kiely expressed optimism about a player’s chances and emphasized the importance of patience in seeing how he handles the upcoming workload. The team management chose to substitute Hannon with O’Donoghue, a seasoned player who typically plays in midfield. Kiely believed that having one experienced leader replace another was a wise decision. O’Donoghue had previously played in the sixth position for his club, and the team trusted their instincts in selecting him. The players responded well to the change.
Kiely admitted to being concerned when Galway took a six-point lead in the first quarter. However, he was pleased with how his players fought back, reducing the deficit to just one point by halftime. The All-Ireland champions dominated the second half, despite initially playing second fiddle to Galway. Galway set the terms of the game and were strong on their puck-outs, winning both primary and secondary possession. Limerick missed some crucial scoring opportunities during this phase. Eventually, Limerick managed to regain control, closing the gap on Galway’s puck-out and distributing the ball to their key players. The strong half-back line prevented Galway from making successful attacks, setting a solid platform for Limerick to finish the first half strong.
Kiely believed that Limerick’s second-half performance against Galway was one of their best this season. They often struggled to close out games, allowing their opponents to come back in the final minutes. However, in this game, Limerick displayed resilience and determination, driving forward to secure victory. Kiely also mentioned that the past three weeks had been fruitful for the team.
Galway’s manager, Shefflin, conceded that Limerick outperformed his team. Although Galway started well, Limerick eventually gained control and became impressive to watch. Shefflin acknowledged that his team panicked and lacked composure, allowing Limerick to score a second goal and extend their lead. Galway tried to stay in the game during the third quarter but struggled to gain a foothold. Shefflin praised Limerick’s dominance in the midfield and lamented his team’s lack of fight in the second half. He expressed disappointment for the team and their supporters.
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