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Moran starts for Kerry with Ryan, Morley and Murphy on the bench

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Veteran midfielder David Moran returns to Kerry's starting line-up for tomorrow's Munster Championship quarter-final against Clare (7pm, live on Sky Sports). The Rahilly's man sat out the The Kingdom's last outing - the drubbing of Tyrone in the league semi-final - but he slots in this time around alongside Diarmuid O'Connor of Na Gaeil.

First-choice goalkeeper Shane Ryan returns to the matchday 26 following a six-week layoff due to injury, but he must make do with a spot on the bench as Kieran Fitzgibbon starts between the posts for the fifth match in a row.

Ryan will be joined in the subs by his clubmate and team captain Paul Murphy, as well as regular full back Tadhg Morley who missed out on that Tyrone match due to suspension.

That means that youngster Mike Breen retains his place at right half back with the Man of the Match versus Tyrone, Jason Foley, once again lining out at No. 3.

Peter Keane has opted to start with the same six forwards who did so much damage a fortnight ago. O'Brien, O'Shea, Geaney, Moynihan and the two Cliffords will be hoping for more of the same in Killarney tomorrow.

Four forwards have made the subs' bench: Killian Spillane, Tony Brosnan, Tommy Walsh and Micheál Burns.

Kerry team to face Clare

1. Kieran Fitzgibbon (Kenmare Shamrocks)

2. Brian Ó Beaglaoich (An Ghaeltacht)

3. Jason Foley (Ballydonoghue)

4. Tom O’Sullivan (Dingle)

5. Mike Breen (Beaufort)

6. Gavin Crowley (Templenoe)

7. Paul Murphy (Rathmore)

8. David Moran (Kerin’s O’Rahilly’s)

9. Diarmuid O’Connor (Na Gaeil)

10. Stephen O’Brien (Kenmare Shamrocks)

11. Seán O'Shea (Kenmare Shamrocks

12. Paul Geaney (Dingle)

13. David Clifford (Fossa)

14. Dara Moynihan (Spa)

15. Paudie Clifford (Fossa)

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Clare team to face Kerry

1. Stephen Ryan (Kilrush Shamrocks)

2. Ciaran Russell (Éire Óg, Inis)

3. Cillian Brennan (Clondegad)

4. Eoghan Collins (Ballyhaunis)

5. Cian O'Dea (Kilfenora)

6. Sean Collins (Cratloe)

7. Daniel Walsh (Kilmurry Ibrickane)

8. Darren O'Neill (Éire Óg, Inis)

9. Cathal O'Connor (Coolmeen)

10. Pearse Lillis (Cooraclare)

11. Eoin Cleary (Captain - St Joseph's Miltown Malbay)

12. Darragh Bohannan (Shannon Gaels)

13. Gavin Cooney (Éire Óg, Inis)

14. Joe McGann (St Breckan's)

15. David Tubridy (Doonbeg)

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Clifford brothers to test their game against golf’s elite

Kerry footballers Paudie and David Clifford will take on some of the biggest names in golf when they line out in the Celebrity Pro-Am at the Amgen Irish Open. The […]

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Kerry footballers Paudie and David Clifford will take on some of the biggest names in golf when they line out in the Celebrity Pro-Am at the Amgen Irish Open.

The Fossa brothers will join stars including Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Pádraig Harrington, Séamus Power, and Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald at The K Club next month.
The Pro-Am takes place on Wednesday, September 3, ahead of the main tournament from September 4–7.
Also confirmed for the Pro-Am are Tipperary hurling captain Ronan Maher, rugby star Josh van der Flier and former rugby internationals Johnny Sexton and Tommy Bowe.

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Athletic’s Luke Doolan Signs for Kerry FC

Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic. The 17-year-old forward was a standout performer in the Kerry District League last […]

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Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic.

The 17-year-old forward was a standout performer in the Kerry District League last season and caught the eye with five goals in the Munster Youths Cup.
He also featured for Athletic’s senior team and earned a call-up to the Republic of Ireland Under-18 squad, where he impressed in international friendlies.
Doolan will now train with the Kerry FC first team and play with the club’s Under 20 Academy side. His signing is another boost for the club’s commitment to developing local talent.
Speaking after the move, Luke said: “I’m delighted to have this chance with Kerry FC and I’m looking forward to working with the team. I’m grateful to Colin Healy for the opportunity and I’m excited to play in front of the Kerry supporters.”
First-team manager Colin Healy added: “Luke has trained with us for the last number of weeks and has really impressed. He’s shown a great attitude and hunger to learn. He’s a talented young player and this is the next step for him.”
Kerry FC CEO Billy Dennehy said: “Luke’s journey is similar to many young players who previously had no League of Ireland pathway in Kerry. His progress is a credit to Killarney Athletic and his coaches. We look forward to helping him develop further at the club.”

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