Tipperary manager Liam Cahill expressed his delight at his team securing a place in the All-Ireland SHC semi-finals. Despite an eight-point victory over Galway in the quarter-final, Cahill emphasized the need for improvement moving forward.

The Premier County defeated Galway 1-28 to 2-17 at the TuS Gaelic Grounds, setting up a semi-final clash with Kilkenny at Croke Park on 6 July. This will be Tipperary's first appearance at GAA HQ since the 2019 All-Ireland final.

Speaking to RTÉ Sport, Cahill acknowledged the pressure of these games and the challenge of facing Galway. While pleased with the win, he highlighted areas of concern in Tipperary's performance.

Despite the comfortable margin of victory, Cahill noted that there were aspects of their play that needed attention, including a drop in intensity towards the end of the match. He emphasized the importance of qualifying and acknowledged the work that lies ahead for the team.

However, Cahill commended his players for their response to conceding a goal early in the second half, praising their ability to increase their lead when under pressure.

Looking ahead to the semi-final against Kilkenny, Cahill anticipated an exciting match that would reignite the rivalry between the two counties. He expressed his excitement at returning to Croke Park and the prospect of facing a formidable opponent.

Meanwhile, Galway manager Micheál Donoghue reflected on his team's performance and the challenges they faced against Tipperary. Despite the loss, Donoghue acknowledged the progress his team has made and the lessons learned from the match.

Donoghue highlighted the need to capitalize on goal-scoring opportunities and minimize turnovers against quality opposition like Tipperary. He emphasized that Galway is a work in progress and expressed optimism about the team's development moving forward.