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After an incredible year for Galway GAA, Padraic Joyce’s men fell just short at the finishing line losing by a single point to Armagh, 1-11 to 0-13.

Every game has a unique aspect to it — this one even more so. It will be the first final since 2010 that does not have a Mayo, Dublin or Kerry team in it. That 2010 final featured Cork v Down. We have had to wait 14 years for another such novel pairing.

"Some people are calling us magicians," said John Concannon when asked if the long term planning of blooding young players through the winter games and the league was part of a well-thought-out masterplan designed to arrive in high summer in rude health. "But we'll see after next week what the narrative is," he laughed.

Galway manager Padraic Joyce never disappoints when it comes to after-match soundbites. Here's a quote journey through the Championship thus far.

Win the psychological battle

In just their third All-Ireland semi-final since 2001, Galway will face Donegal this Sunday in Croke Park, with throw in at 4pm.

Galway footballers are looking forward to just their third All-Ireland semi-final since 2001 after an incredible clawback win from behind to beat Dublin last Saturday evening.

Galway struggled through a poor Monaghan side last Saturday, but showed glimpses of how they can give themselves a chance against Dessie Farrell’s side.

After last Sunday’s draw with Armagh, Galway must now play Monaghan in the preliminary quarter final this weekend.

Galway will face Armagh in Markievicz Park this Sunday afternoon at 1.45pm. With both teams already safely progressed through the group stage of the All-Ireland championship, this game will decide who comes out on top, thus avoiding the preliminary quarter final.