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Tonight on 'Over The Line' with George McDonagh and Darren Kelly: Sean Walsh looks back on yesterday's All-Ireland senior hurling final defeat for Galway against Limerick; Brian O'Keeffe is with us ahead of next week's Galway Races; And William Davies chats about Ireland's Nations Championship games in the Southern Hemisphere over the last three weeks; All this and more. == 'Over The Line' broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.

Racing in Ireland this evening is in Ballinrobe (20th July 2026). The feature is the €20,000 Tote.ie Everyday is a Money Back Day Handicap. With a preview, here's George McDonagh.

Sean Carley looks back on the sporting weekend including, Galway's defeat to Limerick in the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final  Galway Ladies Footballers' victory over Armagh in the All-Ireland Semi-Final Galway United's win over Crumlin in the FAI Cup second round The Galway United Ladies defeat to Shelbourne in the All-Island Cup Final at Tolka Park

Galway Senior Hurling Manager Micheal Donoghue spoke to Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan after defeat to Limerick in the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final at Croke Park on Sunday afternoon.

Commentary of Galway's defeat to Limerick in the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final by Sean Walsh, Niall Canavan, Andy Coen and Cyril Farrell.

Galway United Women's Manager Phil Trill spoke to Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after defeat to Shelbourne in the All-Island Cup Final at Tolka Park on Saturday evening.

The commentary from Mike Rafferty and Anne Regan of Galway United's defeat to Shelbourne in the All-Island Cup Final at Tolka Park on Saturday evening.

As the build up continues to the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final on Sunday (19th July 2026), Galway Bay FM's hurling team came to studio on Friday (17th) to look ahead to the BIG MATCH. Sean Walsh was joined by Andy Coen, Johnny Coen, Cyril Farrell and Niall Canavan.  While on the line, the Examiner's Eoghan Cormican and 2017 All-Ireland senior winning captain David Burke shared their thoughts. == Throw-in at Croke Park on Sunday is 3.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM. The 'Over The Line' weekend preview show with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly broadcasts every Friday evening from 7pm.

Galway United are through to the last-16 of the men's FAI Cup following a comfortable victory over Dublin's Crumlin United in Pearse Stadium on Friday (17th July 2026). Matty Wolfe struck two first half goals (including a penalty) while Francely Lomboto helped make it 3-0 at the break.  Stephen Walsh added the fourth on 50 minutes. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Mike Rafferty and Derek Rogers. == Galway United's next game is against Waterford in the SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division.  Kick-off at Pearse Stadium on Saturday week (25th July 2026) is 5pm.

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is at the Curragh (18th July 2026). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Market Rasen, Newbury, Cartmel, Ripon, Doncaster and Nottingham. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's George McDonagh.

SOCCER: Galway United manager Phil Trill with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty ahead of their All-Island Cup Final against Shelbourne

SOCCER: Galway United striker Emma Doherty with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty ahead of their All-Island Cup Final agaisnt Shelbourne 

SOCCER: Galway United midfielder Abbie Callanan with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty before their All-Island Cup Final against  Shelbourne 

Hurling Chat, Galway Bay Fm's weekly Hurling Podcast, concentrates this week on the only game in town! Former Galway star Jason Flynn and Andy Coen join Niall and Sean to dissect the All Ireland Final between Galway and Limerick. Luke Liddy, from Live 95, gives the view from Limerick, ahead of a much anticipated encounter. Among the topics are: · Galway's progress in 2026 · Limerick's edge in experience and know how · A well honed Galway side on an upward trajectory · Where can the Final be won and lost

With the clock ticking ever closer to Sunday's All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final, Galway Talks today visited Turloughmore, home of players Cillian Trayers, Daithi Burke, Sean Linnane, Daniel Loftus, Cillian Whelan and Coach Francis Forde. Joining Sean and Niall was Chairperson Collete Walsh, Fergal Moore, Ronan Burke and Joe Hession.

It's a unique pairing in championship football in this year's TG4 All-Ireland senior ladies football semi-final as Galway and Armagh come together this Saturday (18th July 2026) with a place in Croke Park two weeks later the prize on offer. While they've frequently clashed in the league, and are both regular contenders at the business end of the season, this is the first time they've crossed paths in summer warfare since the same stage 20 years previously (2006). A Barbara Hannon winner was disallowed, despite video evidence suggesting it was a score.  Armagh went up the field to get the decisive score, beating Galway (1-13 to 1-12) to book their one final appearance so far. Galway beat Mayo 2-20 to 1-6 in their quarter-final; while Armagh were 3-9 to 1-12 victors against Kildare. Leading up to the game, Galway manager Daniel Moynihan has been chatting with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Glennon Brothers Pearse Park, Longford on Saturday is 3.15pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM. The other semi-final between Kerry and Dublin throws in at FBD Semple Stadium the same day at 5.15pm.

As Galway prepares for the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final, Galway Talks were in Clarinbridge, club of manager Micheal Donoghue.  Niall Canavan was joined by Liam Donoghue, Alan Kerins, Mark Kerins and club Chairman Donal Walsh as they looked forward to Sunday. 

Tonight on 'Over The Line' with George McDonagh and Darren Kelly: Eddie Hoare chats about the All-Ireland Senior Football Semi-Finals that saw Kerry and Mayo book their places in the decider; Greg Cunningham looks back at the World Cup so far that leaves four teams still in contention for the ultimate prize; Denis Kirwin sets the scene for the Open Championship in golf and who can prevail and take the Claret Jug; All this and more. == 'Over The Line' broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.

HURLING: Galway manager Micheál Donoghue with Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan ahead of taking on Limerick in the All-Ireland Senior Final

HURLING: Limerick manager John Kiely talks about playing Galway in the All-Ireland Senior Final

HURLING: Turloughmore manager Eoin Brislane with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly after their Division 1 Final win over Oranmore-Maree

HURLING: Turloughmore captain Jamie Holland and man of the match Dara Whelan with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly after their Division 1 League Final win over Oranmore-Maree

HURLING: Turloughmore 4-23 Oranmore-Maree 0-20 (Division 1 League Final report with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly)

Racing in Ireland on Monday is in Killarney (13th July 2026) with the first of seven races underway from 5.30pm. The features are the €22,000 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden at 5.30pm, and the €22,000 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Race at 6pm. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

Sean Carley looks back on the sporting weekend including: Galway ladies U20 Footballer's crowned All-Ireland Champions after victory over Donegal Turloughmore, Ardrahan and Sylane crowned Galway Hurlimng League Champions Galway United produce late drama to defeat Sligo Rovers at Pearse Stadium Galway United Women surrender a three goal lead in draw with Shamrock Rovers Tuam's Damien Coyne captains Ireland to European Amateur Team Championships glory against Estonia Racing in Sligo and Dundalk

Ballygar Carnival will host 'Voltage' Rob Cross, former PDC World Champion for an amazing evening of darts and entertainment. Cross won the PDC World Championship in 2018 in an epic final beating the legendary Phil Taylor at the Alexandra Palace.  He is also a former World Matchplay and European Champion.  Darts players from all over the West of Ireland are being invited to take on the legend as part of a big night of darts at the Mattie McDonagh Centre on July 31st.  John Mulligan spoke to committee members Diarmuid Sutton and Deirdre Doyle about the upcoming event.  As is the norm with exhibitions, it will cost €200 to play him  and the Ballygar Carnival committee will provide sponsorship cards for all who would like to avail of this great opportunity to play this legend.  This is a Ticket Only Event. Tickets (€20) MUST be purchased online in advance from Universe.com. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door on the night for this event. Click the link below to purchase tickets. https://www.universe.com/events/ballygar-carnival-presents-an-evening-of-darts-with-voltage-rob-cross-tickets-DBP2FR?buttonColor=%233A66E5&buttonText=Get%20Tickets