Galway United spoiled Dundalk's centenary party at Oriel Park with a 2-1 win, as goals from Ed McCarthy and Kris Twardek secured a huge victory for the Tribesmen.
What happened?
The win marked Galway United's fifth unbeaten game, with two wins and three draws, and was a huge boost in their bid to avoid the relegation play-off. Galway United are now just four points behind the Lilywhites with a game in hand, and their recent form of DDDWL has seen them climb to 7th in the Premier Division with 30 points, having scored 33 goals and conceded 40.
Why it matters for Galway United
This result was a significant one for Galway United, as it showed their ability to compete with top teams in the league. The Tribesmen's next fixture is against Shelbourne at home on 2026-08-28, and a win could see them move even closer to the top teams in the table.
What comes next?
Galway United will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games, starting with the match against Shelbourne. With their current league standing and recent form, the Tribesmen will be confident of getting a positive result and moving up the table. As of 2026-08-22, Galway United are 24 points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers, but their recent performances suggest they have the potential to close the gap.
