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Galway United vs Drogheda United

Eamonn Deacy Park, Galway24 October 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Galway United
Drogheda United
Kick Off
Jimmy Keohane12′
D. McGuinnessE. McCarthy
38′
Half Time
49′
L. Heeney
Aaron Bolger51′
56′Conor Keeley
S. Walsh
56′
66′
D. KareemW. Davis
75′
S. FarrellJ. Stretton
79′
C. KaneK. Cruise
79′
J. ThomasT. Oluwa
R. Slevin
82′
A. BolgerA. Piesold
82′
J. KeohaneJ. Sivi
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
4Shots off Goal1
14Total Shots6
6Blocked Shots0
7Shots insidebox6
7Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls10
10Corner Kicks3
5Offsides2
49%Ball Possession51%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
276Total passes299
163Passes accurate193
59%Passes %65%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Galway United have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by K. Brouder (1G). Drogheda United's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by C. Kane (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Galway United deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Drogheda United's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Galway United field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Drogheda United's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Galway United start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Drogheda United averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Discipline

Galway United's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Drogheda United. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Galway United's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: K. Brouder (27), oldest: K. Brouder (27)), while Drogheda United average 26.5 (youngest: L. Heeney (26), oldest: C. Kane (27)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Galway United's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 14 for Drogheda United. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Galway United4-1-4-15-3-2Drogheda United
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Clarke33Esua26Buckley5Brouder18Burns10Hurley27McGuinn.34Bolger15Hickey20Keohane7Walsh45Dennison23Lambe18Bolger22Keeley4Quinn3Kane21Heeney7Markey17Farrell34Kareem9Thomas

Substitutes

Coach: Johnathan Caulfield

Substitutes

Coach: Kevin Doherty

Galway UnitedPosition StrengthDrogheda United
Galway United4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperB. Clarke
33DefenderJ. Esua
26DefenderG. Buckley
5DefenderK. Brouder1G
18DefenderB. Burns
10MidfielderD. Hurley
27MidfielderD. McGuinness
34MidfielderA. Bolger
15MidfielderP. Hickey
20MidfielderJ. Keohane
7ForwardS. Walsh
Drogheda United5-3-2
45GoalkeeperL. Dennison
23DefenderO. Lambe
18DefenderJ. Bolger
22DefenderC. Keeley
4DefenderA. Quinn
3DefenderC. Kane1G
21MidfielderL. Heeney1G
7MidfielderD. Markey
17MidfielderS. Farrell
34MidfielderD. Kareem
9ForwardJ. Thomas

Match Summary

Galway United and Drogheda United drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by L. Heeney 49′, S. Walsh 56′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Galway United had 49% possession while Drogheda United held 51%. Galway United had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (5 on target) for Drogheda United. Galway United made 4 substitutions, Drogheda United made 4.

Rivalry since 2019

Galway United vs Drogheda United Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Galway United
3
wins
Drawn
3
Drogheda United
6
wins
Total goals
27 · 2.3/match
Both scored
5/12 · 42%
Over 2.5
6/12 · 50%

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