Galway United are through to the quarter-finals of the FAI Cup for the third time in four seasons after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Bray Wanderers in Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday. The hosts appeared to be slipping away when Bray Wanderers took the lead 10 minutes from time, but David Hurley snatched an equaliser six minutes later. The match finished level at the final whistle, and extra-time couldn't separate the teams. However, when it came to the penalties, Galway United struck all five through Hurley, Frantz Pierrot, Jimmy Keohane, Lee Devitt, and Dylan Connolly, while keeper Hugo Cuhna saved Bray's second spot kick.
What happened?
Galway United came from behind to level the match against Bray Wanderers in the FAI Cup.
Why it matters for Galway United
The victory marks the third time in four seasons that Galway United have reached the quarter-finals of the FAI Cup.
What comes next?
Galway United's next game is away to Dundalk in the SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division next Friday. They currently sit 27 points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers in the title race, with a league standing of 8th in the Premier Division. They have scored 37 goals this season, conceding 44, and are unbeaten in their last 5 matches.
Galway United manager John Caulfield was pleased with the team's performance, saying: "We're delighted to have reached the quarter-finals of the FAI Cup. The lads showed great character and determination to come from behind and secure the win."
The team's next fixture is away to Dundalk in the SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division next Friday, with kick-off at Oriel Park at 7.45pm.
Recent form
Galway United's recent form has been impressive, with 1 win and 4 draws in their last 5 matches. They have scored 37 goals this season, conceding 44, and are currently 27 points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers in the title race.
League standing
Galway United currently sit 8th in the League of Ireland Premier Division, with 39 points from 36 games. They have a recent form of DLDWW, with their last result being a 0-0 draw against Drogheda United on August 7th.
Next fixture
Galway United's next fixture is away to Dundalk in the SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division next Friday, with kick-off at Oriel Park at 7.45pm.
