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SOCCER: Galway United manager Phil Trill with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after their 1-0 All-Island Cup semi-final defeat to Wexford

SOCCER: Galway United 0-1 Wexford (Women's All-Island Cup semi-final match report with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty)

Galway have made two changes for their Glen Dimplex All-Ireland senior camogie semi-final against Tipperary on Saturday (25th July 2025). Former captain Róisín Black returns at full back, while Ailish O'Reilly is named at full forward.  Ally Hesnan and Sabina Rabbitte make way while Rachael Hanniffy moves to midfield. Before the team was announced, Galway senior manager Cathal Murray chatted to Galway Bay FM's Tommy Devane. Throw-in at UPMC Nowlan Park, Kilkenny on Saturday is 3pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Galway United suffered their third consecutive defeat (and fourth in five games) as they were beaten by Waterford in Eamonn Deacy Park in the SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division on Friday (25th July 2025). Despite Galway second-half strikes from Stephen Walsh and substitute Dara McGuinness, goals from Conan Noonan, Padraig Amond (2) and Darragh Leahy gave the visitors a first away win over United since 2007. With Sligo Rovers coming back to beat Cork City 3-2, it now means Galway United are just three points ahead of the relegation places. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Mike Rafferty and Derek Rogers. == Galway United's next game is away to Cork City on Friday, 1st August.  Kick-off at Turners Cross is 7.45pm.

SOCCER: Galway United manager John Caulfield with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after their 4-2 Men's Premier Division defeat to Waterford

Racing in Ireland on Saturday (25th July 2025) is in Gowran Park. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Ascot, York, Chester, Newcastle, Windsor and Salisbury. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh

Conor Hayes is this week's special guest on Galway Bay FM's weekly hurling podcast.

On this week's show (20th July 2025): Galway senior ladies footballers beaten by Dublin in All-Ireland senior semi-final; Galway United and Salthill Devon both enjoy victories in the men's FAI Cup; All this and more. == The #fulltimewhistle is Sponsored by Getsetgo Game Changing online car, home and travel insurance that's faster, better and easier!

Two Galway teams advanced to the third round of the men's FAI Cup this weekend and will be in the last-16 draw, which takes place on Tuesday (22nd July 2025). Goals from Stephen Walsh and David Hurley helped Galway United to a 2-0 victory over Dublin's Tolka Rovers in Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday; Timmy Molloy's strike secured Salthill Devon a 1-0 win over Tipperary's St. Michael's on Saturday. Galway Bay FM's Derek Rogers was in the commentary box for both games and he joined Darren Kelly on 'Sunday Sport.'

Despite two late goals from Andrea Trill and Olivia Divilly, Galway's dreams of returning to the All-Ireland senior ladies football final came up just short as Dublin got over the line on Saturday night's semi-final in Tullamore (19th July 2025). Trill nearly won it with a point in normal time, only for Hannah Tyrrell to equalise.  But in a game of many frees, no yellow cards and dark conditions by the finish, the Metropolitans made their experience stand out to set up a clash with neighbours Meath in two weeks. Galway Bay FM's Katelyn Hayes was in the commentary box and joined Darren Kelly on 'Sunday Sport' to look back on the contest.  

LADIES FOOTBALL: Galway senior manager Daniel Moynihan with Galway Bay FM's Katelyn Hayes after their All-Ireland semi-final defeat to Dublin

LADIES FOOTBALL: Galway senior captain Kate Geraghty with Galway Bay FM's Katelyn Hayes after their All-Ireland semi-final defeat to Dublin

Galway are out of the All-Ireland senior ladies football championship after a heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Dublin in Glenfisk O'Connor Park, Tullamore on Saturday night (19th July 2025). In an enthralling encounter, a Hannah Tyrrell first-half penalty kept Dublin in the hunt, but Andrea Trill, with her first kick of the game, looked to have scored the match winner in normal time, only for Tyrrell to equalise at 0-13 to 1-10 and force extra-time. The Leinster champions edged in front before two second-period goals from Carla Rowe and Kate Sullivan put nine points between them.  However, Galway refused to concede as Trill and Olivia Divilly scored late Galway goals, but time eventually ran out. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Tommy Devane and Katelyn Hayes.

SOCCER: Salthill Devon manager Emlyn Long with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after their 1-0 FAI Cup victory over St. MIchael's

SOCCER: Salthill Devon defender Ben Molloy with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after their 1-0 FAI Cup win over St. MIchael's

Salthill Devon are through to the third round of the men's FAI Cup following this one goal victory over Tipperary's St. Michael's in Drom on Saturday (19th July 2025). Timmy Molloy's 12th-minute goal was the difference, securing their place in the last-16. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Mike Rafferty and Derek Rogers. == Galway United are also in the draw, which will take place on Tuesday(22nd July).

SOCCER: Galway United defender Rob Slevin with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after their 2-0 FAI Cup win over Tolka Rovers

The Bish Rowing Club is now managing the St. Joseph's 'The Bish' School car park as a fundraising initiative to help replace their ageing fleet of boats.  As a school-based club, they rely entirely on community support and fundraising. Formed in 1932, the club has a proud tradition in Galwya, nurturing generations of student rovers.  With the growing popularity of rowing among young people, the club hope sto expand access and improve training with updated equipment. Orla Quigley from Bish Rowing Club joined Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on the QFinancial.ie Saturday Sports Show to explain more. == The St. Joseph's 'The Bish' School Grounds car park (EIRCODE H91C3X5) is open from 8am-8pm, seven days per week, with parking at just €2.50 per hour.  Full day rates are also available and all proceeds go directly to the Bish Rowing Club Boat Fund. Whether you're in town for the Arts Festival, Galway Races, exploring the city, shopping, or meeting friends for coffee, lunch, or dinner — park with a purpose and support local youth sport!

Former Dublin goalkeeper Ciara Trant played against Galway in the 2019 All-Ireland senior final in front of a record 56,114 Croke Park attendance on a rainy day where the Metropolitians completed a three-in-a-row with a 2-3 to 0-4 victory on a rainy day. She also played against the Tribeswomen in the 2018 semi-final, but has seen improvement in the Connacht champions since, including their performance in the 2024 quarter-final in Parnell Park. Ciara caught up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to look ahead to the 2025 meeting between the two All-Ireland contenders. == Throw-in at Glenfisk O'Connor Park, Tullamore on Saturday (19th July 2025) is 7.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Stephen Walsh's first goal since last October put Galway United ahead before David Hurley ensured victory in the second of the men's FAI Cup against Dublin's Tolka Rovers on Friday (18th July 2025). Walsh struck on 18 minutes against the Glasnevin outfit, securing Galway's first goal in three games, before Hurley on 74 minutes ended a four-match winless run, and put United into the last-16 draw next Tuesday. 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 Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday, 25th July is 7.45pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

SOCCER: Galway United manager John Caulfield with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after their 2-0 FAI Cup win over Tolka Rovers

Racing in Ireland on Saturday (19th July 2025) is in the Curragh. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Market Rasen, Cartmel, Newbury, Ripon, Newmarket, Doncaster and Haydock. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

RUGBY: Connacht and Creggs back row Ivana Kiripati with Galway Bay FM's William Davies before the 2025 World Cup

RUGBY: Ireland 2nd row Siobhán McCarthy with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of the 2025 World Cup

RUGBY: Ireland joint captain Edel McMahon with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of the 2025 World Cup

Galway United head to the home of the league champions this Saturday (19th July 2025) when they go up against Athlone Town in the SSE Airtricity League Women's Premier Division. The Tribeswomen have won four of their last five games, following a mid-season slump, and are currently third on 22 points, nine behind their opponents. Athlone Town have only conceded two goals this season and were 3-0 victors when they visited Galway back in May. At the end of the last season, Julie-Ann Russell was among the goal scorers in a 3-2 victory for Galway United, before announcing her retirement from club and international football.  She caught up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to tell us how things have been going since and to look ahead to the trip to Athlone. == Kick-off at Athlone Town Stadium on Saturday is 7.30pm.

After taking a short end-of-season break, Salthill Devon return to action this Saturday (19th July 2025) when they host Tipperary's St. Michael's in Round 2 of the FAI Men's Cup. Both non-league teams have been consistent performers at the business end of the junior competition in recent years, and one will qualify for the last-16 of the senior event.  Salthill Devon were junior semi-finalists this year, St. Michael's won the final in 2019. Salthill Devon wrapped up last season with victory over Mervue United in the league title race, after beating Liffey Wanderers 2-1 in the FAI Cup thanks to goals from Timmy Molloy and Darren D'Arcy. Leading up to the game, Salthill Devon manager Emlyn Long has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Kick-off at Drom on Saturday is 2pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM. We'll also be in Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday at 7.45pm as Galway United host Tolka Rovers.

LGFA: Galway senior manager Daniel Moynihan with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of their All-Ireland semi-final against Dublin

Former Galway captain and selector Damien Joyce joins Niall Canavan and Sean Walsh this week on 'Hurling Chat' to discuss: The lads look forward to the All Ireland Hurling Final. Can Cork end a 20 year barren spell or can Tipperary rise to the challenge and win for the first time since 2019 in what is the first ever meeting of the age old rivals in an All Ireland Final? Damien also looks ahead to the upcoming Club championship as clubs continue their preparations. == 'Hurling Chat' is available on our website galwaybayfm.ie every Wednesday.

LGFA: Armagh 7-18 Galway 1-12 (All-Ireland u16B Final match report from Galway Bay FM's Kevin Egan)

LGFA: Galway under-16 joint manager Eugene Kearney with Galway Bay FM's Kevin Egan after their All-Ireland B Final defeat to Armagh

Galway under-16 joint managers Paul Jordan and Eugene Kearney have made two changes for their All-Ireland B Final against Armagh on Wednesday (16th July).  Caherlistrane's Ciara O'Neill is named at corner back, while Dunmore MacHale's Eva Daly plays corner forward. The Tribesgirls were 4-10 to 3-9 victors over Westmeath in the semi-final, and are looking to achieve national success in the 'B' competition for the first time. Armagh won the All-Ireland B crown in 2024, and in a repeat of that fixture, beat Waterford 2-14 to 1-5 to get back into the final. Galway joint manager Eugene Kearney has been looking ahead to the game with Galway Bay FM.

Connacht Rugby's announcement back in June (2025) that former England head coach and Leinster senior coach Stuart Lancaster caught a lot of attention. Lancaster brings experience probably not seen by any of his predecessors, including leading his country into the 2015 World Cup, helping Leinster to four PRO14 titles and the 2018 European Champions Cup, and he recently served as head coach in Racing 92 in France. His career spans over 20 years, and he'll have responsibility for defence as well as his Head Coach role. Stuart Lancaster has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's William Davies. == Connacht will start the European Challenge Cup away to Ospreys on Sunday, 7th December, before hosting Georgia's Black Lion six days later. Connacht then head to Montpellier on Sunday, 11th January, before welcoming French side Mont-a-bán on the 17th.

After final defeats in 2023 and 2024, Tuam Stars made it third time lucky against Corofin on Friday (4th July 2025) as they were crowned Division 1 Football League champions in Tuam Stadium. After taking an 0-8 to 0-3 interval lead, a second half goal from Jack Grugan helped the victors build an eigtht point advantage before the title holders closed the gap. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were PJ Lynch and Kevin O'Dwyer.

RUGBY: Georgia head coach Richard Cockerill with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their summer test match with Ireland in Tbilisi

FOOTBALL: Tuam Stars manager David Donnellan with Galway Bay FM's PJ Lynch after their Division 1 Final victory over Corofin

Racing in Ireland on Saturday (5th July 2025) is in Naas and Bellewstown. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Haydock, Sandown, Beverly, Leicester, Carlisle and Nottingham. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

FOOTBALL: Tuam Stars 1-12 Corofin 0-13 (Division 1 League Final report with Galway Bay FM's Kevin O'Dwyer)

SOCCER: Galway United captain Greg Cunningham with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their 1-0 Premier Division defeat to Drogheda United

SOCCER: Galway United manager John Caulfield with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their 1-0 Premier Division defeat to Drogheda United

After 13 wins from as many games in 2025, the business end of the All-Ireland senior ladies football championship begins for Galway on Saturday (5th July 2025) when they host Waterford in the quarter-final. Both teams are unbeaten so far with the Tribeswomen topping their group, while the Deise had one win and one draw and only finished runners-up to Dublin on scoring difference. The last time they met in the championship was the 2019 quarter-final when Tracey Leonard scoring 1-5 in a 1-12 to 2-4 victory in Peares Park, Longford.  But Waterford did relegate Galway from Division 1 last year and finished 3rd in the top tier themselves this spring. Leading up to the game, Galway manager Daniel Moynihan has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Saturday is 3.15pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

HURLING: Turloughmore joint manager Darren O'Shaughnessy with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly after their Division 1 League Final win over Cappataggle

FOOTBALL: Meath 2-16 Galway 2-15 (All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final commentary with Galway Bay FM's Ollie Turner, Eddie Hoare and Barry Cullinane)

HURLING: Turloughmore captain and man of the match Tom Quirke with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly after their Division 1 Final win over Cappataggle

LGFA: Claregalway manager Martin Costello with Galway Bay FM's John Mulligan after the Féile Division 1 success

LGFA: St. Michael's Ruairí Hourihane with Galway Bay FM's John Mulligan after their Féile Region 3 success

This week on 'The Full-Time Whistle with Darren Kelly (29th June 2025): Heartbreak for the Galway senior footballers as they are beaten by Meath in the All-Ireland quarter-final in Croke Park; Turloughmore, Killimordaly and Skehana-Mountbellew-Moylough win hurling league titles; Victories for the Galway senior and under-23 camogie teams in Athenry; Galway United men draw with Shelbourne, but the women lose out in the FAI Cup; All this and more. == The #fulltimewhistle is Sponsored by Getsetgo Game Changing online car, home and travel insurance that's faster, better and easier! == All-Ireland Senior Football Quarter-Finals Meath 2-16 Galway 2-15 Kerry 0-32 Armagh 1-21 Donegal 1-26 Monaghan 1-20 Tyrone 0-23 Dublin 0-16 Semi-Finals - Donegal vs Meath, Kerry vs Tyrone Under-19A West Board Football League Final Oranmore/Maree 1-15 An Cheathru Rua 1-11 Under-19C North Board Football League Final Caltra 2-13 Northern Gaels 2-8 Division 4A Football League Semi-Final Kilkerrin/Clonberne 0-22 Williamstown 1-9 Division 4B Football League Semi-Finals Corofin 2-11 Ballinasloe 2-7 Claregalway 4-11 Renvyle 0-10 Division 1 Final – Corofin vs Tuam Stars – Friday 7.30pm Tuam Stadium Division 3B Final – Caltra vs St. Brendna's Friday 7.45pm Duggan Park == All-Ireland Under-16B LGFA Semi-Finals Galway 4-11 Westmeath 3-9 Armagh 2-14 Waterford 1-5 *Galway vs Armagh in All-Ireland Final on Wednesday, 16th July Feile LGFA Division 1 Final Claregalway 2-8 Ballinderry 1-6 Feile LGFA Region 3 Final St. Michael's 3-4 Castledermot 1-4 Feile LGFA Region 2 Final Kilkerrin/Clonberne 3-3 Naomh Ciarán 2-4 == All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship Galway 0-17 Waterford 0-11 Dublin 7-19 Derry 1-11 Cork 5-21 Wexford 0-11 Tipperary 4-17 Clare 0-10 *Galway & Cork qualify for semi-finals in Nowlan Park on 26th July.  Next week's quarter-finals in Croke Park – Waterford vs Clare (Saturday), Tipperary vs Kilkenny (Sunday). All-Ireland under-23 Camogie Semi-Finals Galway 1-13 Kilkenny 1-12 Cork 3-13 Tipperary 0-15 *Final scheduled for Wexford Park on Saturday, 12th July == Division 1 Hurling League Final Turloughmore 2-22 Cappataggle 1-23 Division 2 Hurling League Final Killimordaly 0-25 Ballygar 2-10 Division 3 Hurling League Final Skehana/Mountbellew-Moylough 1-16 Kinvara 1-15 All-Ireland Minor Hurling Final Waterford 1-18 Clare 0-10 == FAI Women's Cup Final Athenry 0-2 Callan United SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division Galway United 1-1 Shelbourne Bohemians 1-1 Sligo Rovers Cork City 0-0 St. Patrick's Athletic Derry City 3-0 Drogheda United Shamrock Rovers 1-0 Waterford FAI Women's Cup Round 1 Shelbourne 2-1 Galway United Cork City 2-3 Peamount AET Wexford 1-2 Bohemians Athlone Town 6-0 Terenure Shamrock Rovers 3-1 Waterford Sligo Rovers 2-3 DLR Waves Treaty United 8-0 Ferns United Newbridge Town 2-1 Whitehall Rangers

FOOTBALL: Galway senior manager Padraic Joyce with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins and assembled media after their All-Ireland SFC quarter-final defeat to Meath