This time twelve months ago, the unspoken concern was potentially getting overturned by Ringmahon, so the progress between now and then with much of the same first XI can't be understated. Of course, it always helps to have the First Division's joint-top scorer in your ranks, but, much like the Kerry footballers, it's also crucial for the rest of our attacking players to chip in more regularly if/when Kelliher should have an off day. Similarly, while last week was a rare recent off day for our defence, the last clean sheet came in the win against Harps back in May, and the last time we avoided defeat away from home was against Treaty in April, so much room for improvement on both scores. All in all, Cobh have to start as favourites for Friday's tie, but with mixed recent form, extra-time wouldn't be an unrealistic target if we can somehow export our home performances.
