Clare senior hurling captain Pat O’Connor admits there’s a huge sense of relief to have gotten back into the All Ireland Semi Final.
Victory over Wexford sees the Banner heading back to Croke Park for the first time since they were crowned champions in 2013.
Neighbours and current champions Galway provide the opposition in what will be just the 5th ever semi final clash of the counties.
Tubber native Pat O’Connor says it was all about making sure they came out on the right side of the result
Meanwhile former All Ireland winning manager and player Davy Fitzgerald is urging the Banner faithful to row in behind the team as they go in search of glory.
The Sixmilebridge man saw his Wexford side exit the championship at the hands of his native county with a decision on his future in the Model County to made in the coming weeks.
Fitzgerald says there could be more great days ahead for his former troops.