United prepare for play-off rivals Drogheda

Thu, May 24, 2018

Having claimed four SSE Aitricity League first division wins in five matches, Galway United face another key encounter against fellow promotion contenders Drogheda United at Eamonn Deacy Park tomorrow evening (7.45pm).

Both sides are level on 24 points after Kevin Doherty's Drogheda sealed a 2-0 win over Wexford, while Galway produced a 2-1 triumph at Stradbrook. It was an important result for United, with Robbie Williams and Marc Ludden grabbing goals, and while manager Shane Keegan said it was not United’s most effective display, his team still secured the full complement of spoils.

United produce best game of the season

Thu, May 17, 2018

Encouraged following a convincing win over first division table-toppers UCD, Shane Keegan’s Galway United travel to Stradbrook for a clash against Cabinteely on Sunday (3pm).

United seek to stop runaway leaders in their tracks

Thu, May 10, 2018

A revealing SSE Airtricity League first division encounter looms for Galway United, who host table-toppers UCD at Eamonn Deacy Park tomorrow (7.45pm).

United need to respond following Monday’s bitterly disappointing defeat in Ballybofey to Finn Harps, who struck an injury-time winner courtesy of Jesse Devers. That was a severe blow for the Tribesmen, who had beaten Athlone comfortably at Lissywollen on Friday.

Finals day for Merve United

Thu, May 10, 2018

It is a big weekend for Mervue United's U13 squad which plays in the SFAI All Ireland final at on Sunday. Mervue will face St Kevin's Boys in the decider at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Hectic schedule will help United find their stride

Thu, May 03, 2018

Galway United manager Shane Keegan admits the SSE Airtricity League first division season is entering a crucial phase ahead of tomorrow’s trip to Lissywollen for a clash with Athlone Town, (7.45pm).

Then on Monday the Tribesmen travel to Ballybofey for another key tussle with Finn Harps, and the week concludes with table-toppers UCD set to visit Eamonn Deacy Park on May 11.

Galway WFC look for cup run

Thu, May 03, 2018

Galway Women’s FC held league leaders Peamount United to a 1-1 draw in Dublin on Saturday evening in the Continental Tyres WNL.

Galway WFA and The Loughrea Hotel and Spa team up for a Win a Training Session Competition

Tue, May 01, 2018

The Galway Women’s FA and the team sponsor, The Loughrea Hotel and Spa, have teamed up to announce a Win a Training Session for you Club competition for clubs throughout the city and county. The competition means that members of the team will come to the winning club and do a full training session that includes a skills session and a strength and conditioning session. As well as this great prize there are 20 tickets available to the Republic of Ireland v USA Men’s International Friendly in the Aviva Stadium on the 2nd of June. Entry forms are available via the hotels website www.loughreahotelandspa.com and via Facebook.

United need to turn it around quickly

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

Galway United manager Shane Keegan hopes the Tribesmen can deliver an improved performance against Cobh Ramblers in tomorrow’s SSE Airtricity League first division encounter at Eamonn Deacy Park (7.45pm).

Last Friday United suffered a damaging 2-0 defeat against a determined Shelbourne outfit at Tolka Park, and Keegan is hoping for an instant response.

Winning goal caps memorable week for Thompson

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

Seventeen-year-old Aoife Thompson was the hero on Sunday when her late goal helped propel Galway Women’s FC to their first win of the season, overcoming Kilkenny 2-1.

It was a busy week for Thompson, who had made her international debut a week previous, when along with four Galway WFC teammates, she represented Ireland in the UEFA European Women’s U19 Elite Round against Turkey.

United can expect backlash from Shelbourne in Tolka Park

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

Galway United travel to Tolka Park tomorrow evening for what is expected to be a tough SSE Airtricity League first division encounter against Shelbourne (7.45pm).

Champions Mellows take on Castlegar in senior championship

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

2017 county senior champions Liam Mellows face near neighbours Castlegar in Pearse Stadium on Sunday (2pm), having produced a solid six-point victory over Craughwell in the first round of the county championship.

Castlegar drew their first outing with Tommy Larkins by 1-12 to 0-15 and they needed talisman Ger Farragher to be at his best to earn that point, as he hit 1-8 from placed balls in that outing.

Medtronic pay for late penalty

Thu, Apr 12, 2018

Medtronic footballers suffered a cruel blow when they were denied at the death in a keenly contested All Ireland interfirms senior football final in Corofin during the week.

Keegan still looking for momentum

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Galway United make the long trek to Ballybofey tomorrow for a critical SSE Airtricity League first division encounter away to Finn Harps (8pm).

More to come from United, insists Keegan

Thu, Mar 29, 2018

Another busy Bank Holiday weekend looms for Galway United, who play in two fixtures at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Tomorrow Shane Keegan’s team host Longford Town in a crucial SSE Airtricity League first division clash (7.45pm), while on Monday Sligo Rovers will provide a stern EA Sports Cup second round test at the Corribside venue, 5pm kick off.

Drogheda will be a different test for Keegan's squad

Thu, Mar 22, 2018

Galway United face a demanding away SSE Airtricity League first division encounter against Drogheda United tomorrow evening (7.45pm).

Galway United's depth will be tested this weekend

Thu, Mar 15, 2018

Galway United will face an early test of their strength in depth with two games in quick succession.

United will only get better, says hat-trick hero Furlong

Thu, Mar 01, 2018

Galway United manager Shane Keegan is expecting a "tough" SSE Airtricity League first division test against Cobh Ramblers at St Colman’s Park on Saturday (3pm).

Keegan is confident his new-look United squad can deliver this season

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

Galway United return to SSE Airtricity League first division action when hosting Athlone Town at Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday evening (7.45pm).

Keegan concludes squad ahead of Athlone opener

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

Galway United get the 2018 SSE Airtricity League First Division season underway with a home game against Athlone Town at Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday, February 23rd. Kick-off: 7.45pm.

Galway United season tickets go on sale

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

Galway United season tickets for the 2018 SSE Airtricity League first division are on sale now.

Supporters can purchase season tickets online from the club website, www.galwayunitedfc.ie, or at O'Briens of Galway, William Street, Galway.

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