Clonlara manager Donal Madden feels the pressure is off his side as they turn their focus to the knockout series of the championship.
The south-east Clare men are unbeaten in their three games to date, and are in the quarter-final draw for the first time since 2019.
Victory over Crusheen saw them continue their winning ways, with a four week break now ahead before the last eight games.
Madden says their first goal this year was to avoid the relegation battle, and now that target is achieved, they can refocus on what’s ahead.
Meanwhile, Eire Og manager Mattie Shannon feels his side have plenty to work on ahead of their quarter-final tie.
The Townies booked their last eight spot with victory over Clarecastle, but will face a group winner after a second placed finish.
Shannon says they know more will be needed if they are to progress any further.
