Clare stun champions Limerick as Seamus Flanagan’s late goal not enough for comeback in Munster hurling clash. The win for Brian Lohan’s side was all the sweeter after having failed to beat their neighbors in the last seven encounters. Limerick, who were previously unbeaten in the Munster series since losing to Tipperary in 2019, will now face a crucial match in Semple Stadium against Tipperary. The Clare supporters may have been outnumbered by the locals, but they made plenty of noise exploiting the weaknesses that Waterford had recently uncovered in Limerick. The Clare goalkeeper made an impressive save after just 13 seconds, but for the rest of the half, Clare looked the better side. Limerick were restricted to just two points from play in the first quarter, but Clare failed to press home their advantage. A 29th-minute controversial goal from Seamus Flanagan turned the game around for Limerick. However, Clare continued to dominate and keep their noses in front with vital scores from Tony Kelly, Shane O’Donnell, and substitute Aaron Shanagher. Clare held on for a famous win as Limerick couldn’t muster a scoring opportunity at the death, with their nine second-half wides coming back to haunt them.
