Sunday Game panel calls for new markings ahead of All-Ireland hurling semi-finals

The panel on the The Sunday Game have called for a new pitch marking to be introduced ahead of the All-Ireland hurling semi-finals next month.

Clare beat Wexford in the quarters on Saturday evening after a rousing comeback at FBD Semple Stadium.

But the victory wasn't without controversy as a late foul by Cian Nolan on Lee Chin led to calls for a black card and a penalty.

The panel of Ursula Jacob, Dónal Óg Cusack and Liam Sheedy were in agreement that the Yellowbellies were unlucky not to have been given the chance to level the game up when trailing by three points.

"It was one of those moments at a crucial time for Wexford where they were really struggling," said Jacob.

"A long ball into Lee Chin, who gathers possession and he rounds Cian Nolan. He's within the 20-metre line when he pulls him down.

"You can argue that Clare had two players back but Chin and his marker are the nearest to Eibhear Quilligan in the goal."

Dónal Óg Cusack: "You don't want professional fouls being rewarded." The former Cork goalkeeper isn't the only member of the panel with strong views on this late incident during Clare's win over Wexford. #RTEGAA #TheSundayGame