The Déise will be eliminated from the Championship if they fail to beat Cork
Cork’s William Buckley and Shane Bennett of Waterford during January’s League clash in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh(Image: ©INPHO/Tom Maher)
Waterford and Cork clash in round three of the Munster SHC with the hosts fighting for survival in this year’s All-Ireland series.
The Déise will be eliminated from the Championship if they fail to beat Cork. A draw wouldn’t be enough due to the fixture schedule with Tipperary still to face both Clare and Limerick.
After an opening loss to the Banner, Peter Queally’s men kept their Championship hopes alive with a draw against the All-Ireland champions in round two.
They now need a win against an undefeated Cork outfit.
Ben O’Connor’s side have downed both Tipperary and Limerick in the Munster Championship another win would guarantee them a place in the All-Ireland quarter-finals at the very least.
Here’s all the information you need to know ahead of today’s game. . .
When and where is the game?
Waterford v Cork is on Saturday, May 9 at Auzzurri Walsh Park, Waterford City.
What time is throw-in?
Today’s game is at 6pm.
Where can I watch it?
Today’s game is live on GAA Plus.
Betting oddsWaterford 16/5Draw 15/2Cork 3/10
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