Clare must beat Waterford this Sunday in the Munster Hurling League if they wish to advance to the competition’s final.
The Deise were 1-24 to 1-18 winners over Cork in Mallow on Wednesday evening putting them joint top of Group 2 with the Banner.
However, Padraic Fanning’s men have an advantage as their +6 scoring difference is superior to Clare’s and a draw will sent them into the decider.
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Clare beat Cork 1-20 to 0-21 on Saturday, December 29th meaning they have to take the win in Dungarvan.
Tipperary are the likely final opponents and Liam Sheedy’s men will qualify for the encounter on January 13th providing they avoid defeat against Kerry on Saturday (2pm Nenagh).
Throw-in for Waterford vs Clare on Sunday in Fraher Field is 3pm.