GAME AT A GLANCE

MAN OF THE MATCH

Peter Duggan (Clare) One missed ’65 was the only blot on an otherwise blemishfree copybook for the towering Clooney-Quin forward who took the game to Galway throughout and was a huge asset under Banner puck-outs. His 64th-minute point when under pressure and off balance after a dazzling run was wizardry at its finest.

TALKING POINT

Can Galway regroup in just a week and get their best starting 15 fit and healthy to take to the pitch? All eyes will be on the physio’s table with doubts hanging over a host of big names whereas Clare looked to come through unscathed.

REF WATCH

Galway boss Micheál Donoghue was exasperated with Wexford referee James Owens at times but in general he was on the money with all the major decisions and neither side could have a major argument. His umpires’ consistent use of Hawk-Eye ensured there was no controversy.

MATCH STATISTICS

WIDES

Galway 21 (12 first half; 4 second half; 5 extra-time) Clare19(5–5–9)

FREES

Galway10(2–4–4) Clare12(4–6–2)

YELLOW CARDS

Galway 0

Clare 2 (C Cleary 46, D McInerney 80+2)

ATTENDANCE

54,191

WHAT’S NEXT?

Both sides must rest and recuperate ahead of another titanic battle – which, this time, will take place in Semple Stadium on Sunday at 2.0 with a final place against Limerick up for grabs.