Clare will be hoping to reach the final of the National Hurling League for the 12th time in their history next weekend.
A showdown with neighbours Tipperary awaits in O’Moore Park Portlaoise on Sunday afternoon, with Clare’s last appearance in the decider coming in 2020.
A one point win over Offaly secured top spot in the Group A standings for Clare, in a game that saw the majority of the fringe players on the panel take to the field.
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Clare boss Brian Lohan says they did exactly what was asked of them.
Sunday’s game is set for a 4pm start in Portlaoise, while Limerick and Kilkenny meet in Pairc ui Chaoimh on Saturday afternoon in the other last four tie.