Dooher reflects on ‘nervous’ display after Tyrone win

Brian Dooher’s relief was palpable as he reflected on a convincing win over Clare which keeps Tyrone very much alive in the All-Ireland series.

But the 14 points winning margin was somewhat flattering for a side that only managed to assume control of the contest in the closing 15 minutes.

The Munster men travelled to O’Neills Healy Park with the objective of making life difficult for the home side, and they did that for much of the game.

“We came here today and we needed two points, and thankfully we got them, to make sure we’re still alive going in to the Cork game,” said Dooher.

“If we were honest, it was probably a very nervous performance, a lot of it. 

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