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Utd effort goes unrewarded as late goal seals points for hosts
Date Published: 14-Mar-2011
Dundalk 3
Galway United 2
Cian O’Connell
On a wicked Friday night at Oriel Park, Galway United departed with the valiant, plucky losers tag manager Sean Connor hates. A smashing encounter, sprinkled with goals and honest football ended in a cruel defeat as Dundalk eked out a win after United had twice fought back to equalise.
Ultimately all of United’s effort was in vain as an avoidable 86th minute goal from Shane Guthrie ensured a typically passionate Louth audience furiously celebrated their first League success of what promises to be a lively campaign. It was a tad harsh on the visitors, who had contributed so much to an eventful tussle, that they made the long trek home without any tangible reward.
Though United didn’t take any points, there was plenty to admire in the diligent and determined manner they examined the character of a Dundalk outfit that is blessed with decorated performers in Irish football. Any squad containing Colin Hawkins, Mark Quigley, and Jason Byrne has to be deemed serious contenders for all the silverware that is available, but United’s less heralded side competed with the necessary bite and bark.
Shaun Kelly’s invention and Karl Moore’s sparkling wing play were the main sources of United optimism on an evening which also marked a welcome return to top flight action for Alan Murphy. Though United went away empty-handed, there was a real doggedness to the display that suggests Connor has forged a battling spirit with a team that was cobbled together so briskly.
From the first whistle it was apparent that this would be a fixture dripping with goalmouth action. The artificial Oriel surface can be tricky when rain falls with such venom, and two minutes in United carved the home defence open when Gary Curran’s clever pass released Karl Moore, but Dundalk custodian Paul Murphy made a decent save.
Unsurprisingly, United were adopting a physical approach which annoyed the locals. Shaun Kelly clattered into Ross Gaynor after five minutes and was booked for the meaty challenge. Then Moore nailed Daniel Kearns moments later on the far side as United sought to disturb Dundalk’s passing style. It was certainly working as United moved the ball sharply forward into the channels where the willing Joseph Yoffe craved involvement.
For more, read this week’s Connacht Sentinel.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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