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Overall a good performance only we didn't see out the game. Couldn't believe Paul missed the chance late on, 99% of the time he knocks them over. Fierce displays by Johno and Donie who continuously drove us forward at every opportunity they got. The introduction of Moolick at midfield stopped Quigley's dominance as Kildare finally got a foothold in the game.

Next day out, I feel Kildare can only be sharper in front of goal after getting a Championship game under their belt. But credit to our backs who tackled hard and have their all especially O'Connor who got in a vital hand on numerous occasions.

What changes do you expect to see to the starting 15? I can't see Shiels starting ahead of Paul/Meredith. With Donie on the 45 we had no size in front of goal and the ball going into Ross and Shiels didn't suit them. Also Boyle at 11 is questionable, in fairness to him, he's not a forward plain and simple.

He's far from a young Donie Kingston bursting on to the scene! I'd 100% agree with redsetanta let the chap play more ball before we over hype him.

O'Dempsey and Ballyroan moving well in this division. Timahoe, Portlaoise, Ballylinan and Annanough all fighting for 3rd and 4th spot I'd say! How is Gary Walsh playing at the minute? He'd add a lot to Laois if he was in there, MJ Tierney in flying form against Annonough according to Leinster Express. Himself, Macmahon, Walsh and O'Leary all back driving on their clubs

Can't argue with the Laois team selection. Wishing them the best of luck. Hopefully our full forward line can cause them problems. We should win the midfield battle as both JOL and Quigley gave an exhibition of fielding and point taking the last day out. I'd be concerned about how weak Laois' bench is. Aside from Finn and maybe Tom Shiels, there are very little options.

Kildare will be a massive step up from the Carlow game. The backs did well against a clueless attacking system that Carlow deployed, but Laois were found wanting when a forward took on his man and went directly for goals.

Should be a close game and hopefully a cracking atmosphere where our boys come out on top. Laois abu.