Carlow’s senior football team is gearing up to take on a formidable adversary in Division 4 of the Allianz National Football League.
The team, led by Manager Niall Carew, is set to cross the border for a crucial match against Laois, with both teams boasting a 100% winning record leading up to this contest.
Speaking to KCLR in anticipation of the game, Manager Niall Carew emphasized the importance of each match in the league, stating, “Every game is crucial. As you go on in the league, every game gets bigger and bigger. So, if we win on Saturday, the Leitrim game is massive. And if you beat Leitrim, the next game is even bigger. If you lose against Laois, then the Leitrim game becomes even more significant. That’s what happens.”
Live Football: Laois v Carlow, Allianz National Football League Division 4 Round 3
Special praise was also reserved for young talent John Phiri, hailing from Asca. Carew described Phiri as a “breath of fresh air” and a “lovely young man” who is eager to learn. The manager expressed confidence in Phiri’s role in the upcoming game against Laois. “He’s always willing to learn. He’ll play a big part in the game against Laois. Experience players in Captain Darragh Foley welcome all new players in with open arms and give them a nice bit of a good feeling and good energy, and that’s what John has probably seen when he arrived on the panel, that every lad wants every lad to do well. And the more that are coming in, the more arms are put around you.”
This clash against Laois is poised to test Carlow’s mettle, with the team looking to maintain their perfect record in the league. The match carries not only immediate significance but also shapes the narrative for future fixtures in the campaign.
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