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I honestly can't see how someone giving their opinion that Salthill have a decent chance is in any way disrespecting corofin. Corofin , have been excellent but that doesn't mean that everyone has to have the same opinion and that last years comprehensive win is a guarantee of repeat success. In my opinion Corofin are justifiably favourites, but it's not a foregone conclusion.
anotheralias (Galway) - Posts: 1011 - 01/10/2025 11:13:08 2638096 Link 3 |
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Definitely would love to see Dara Walsh and Roche added to the team, they've the potential but need proper training and fitness. Fiachra McDonagh is an great footballer, I'd also definitely give Ger Davoren and Paul kelly a shout to come back to panel for midfield . Dessie is needed badly for Galway next hear , his accuracy is off the charts. That 2 pointer free against the wind was incredible. He's the best 2 point scorer we have in the county.
Gearoid1998ffowaed (Galway) - Posts: 194 - 01/10/2025 13:28:10 2638130 Link 0 |
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I agree feel Paul Kelly had his chances an did not deliver but his year or 2 out may have benefitted him. I deinitely would give Walsh & Roche their chance. Have said on numerous occasions Dessie should be in best club forward over last 5 years and if anything has improved and the new rules suit him
Eire89 (Galway) - Posts: 421 - 01/10/2025 14:19:42 2638145 Link 0 |
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No game in the new rules are a forgone conclusion, last time I checked the betting Corofin were 3rd fav Salthill favourites and moycullen 2nd favourites, Fox.1n.7he.b0x (Galway) - Posts: 174 - 01/10/2025 15:44:51 2638158 Link 0 |
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I was afraid last year when when the Cian O Neill left because if you remember how good Joyce was the first 2 years he was there and the last year was awful poor as well. I am afraid for Galway football. Really afraid. 2026 could be a nightmare. Last year showed everyone that O'Neill was the brains and Joyce the mouth piece. There are a lot of Galway players a year older and Joyce does not see the likes of Dan Flah, Jack Glynn, Cathal Sweeney, Tomo Culhane as replacing his favourite teams. Give them a couple of league games to keep the happy but feck off when the business end comes in. Would Thompson have been considered if Comer was not injured? I dont know. I expect Joyce to clear out a few lads in the next couple of months and replace them with 21-22 years olds just to stop pressure on his favourite 20 players. Last year if form was taken into account Silke, McHugh, McGrath (even) did not play well. McDaid, Darcy outside of Mayo and Roscommon game did not have great year. But they started every game. Conroy legs have caught up. It is living off past glories. Bringing back Peter Cooke was madness, taking Sam O Neill (Dont really rate though and I would not have started him anyway )off against Derry because Joyces game plan was not working, like I mean smells of a man who has no clue. And we have him for another 3-4 year. God help us. LottoPlus (Kilkenny) - Posts: 108 - 01/10/2025 16:58:13 2638178 Link 4 |
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Moycullen have to be the favourites, going about their business quietly. Media coverage of Salthill-Knocknacarra may have brought outside punters to put some money on them and affect the bookies. Tuam have had a terrible run with injuries, Corofin have been devastating and poor at the same time. Moycullen appear to be the most consistent.
GDL (Galway) - Posts: 871 - 02/10/2025 09:46:31 2638223 Link 0 |
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Look again. Corofin and Salthill Joint favourites. Moycullen at much better odds despite having the perceived outsider of the 4 in the semi.
anotheralias (Galway) - Posts: 1011 - 02/10/2025 15:53:19 2638277 Link 0 |
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I would have to agree with you here, moycullen certainly going under the radar and Peter Cooke due back for the semi final
Fox.1n.7he.b0x (Galway) - Posts: 174 - 03/10/2025 13:03:21 2638354 Link 0 |
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Just checked it there both same price, everyone fancies Salthill id have to agree with them moycullen and Salthill would make for a great final
Fox.1n.7he.b0x (Galway) - Posts: 174 - 03/10/2025 13:05:04 2638355 Link 0 |
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I wish Mr P.Joyce well. But I think he might have had his chance last year. galwayford (Galway) - Posts: 2666 - 03/10/2025 13:15:11 2638356 Link 0 |
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Funny enough I often find that with joint favourites, they both have the same price.....
anotheralias (Galway) - Posts: 1011 - 03/10/2025 16:22:21 2638379 Link 0 |
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I just stated that early last week Salthill were fav and moycullen were second fav which they were, the betting always changes and Salthill have a serious team they will be hard stopped, on the a plus side Claregalway avoided relegation semifinals this year, you have to be happy with that progress
Fox.1n.7he.b0x (Galway) - Posts: 174 - 04/10/2025 22:22:45 2638485 Link 0 |
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I find it very hard to call. smallfrank (Galway) - Posts: 558 - 06/10/2025 12:39:21 2638649 Link 1 |
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Shane Walsh superb for Crokes over the weekend. Something like 1-7 from play. Got no help though as Crokes crashed out at the semi-final stage in Dublin. No harm in Shane getting another rest over the winter. Marooned (Galway) - Posts: 2427 - 06/10/2025 13:44:29 2638666 Link 1 |
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He kicked something similar in the quarter-final as well. There's no doubt he has the football in him as always. The challenge will be getting him as involved as possible in the right areas.
WanPintWin (Galway) - Posts: 2581 - 06/10/2025 16:26:32 2638705 Link 0 |
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I had the exact same opinion of the Salthill keeper after the league definitely the best. Can we lure him with at least hope of winning provincial title? Fantastic 2 point freetaker.
systematic (Galway) - Posts: 234 - 06/10/2025 18:24:34 2638730 Link 0 |
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The additional challenge is that he's 33 next season, certainly won't be getting any faster, and keeping him 100% fit for the highest level of intercounty fare can't be taken for granted, based on established trends.
Pope_Benedict (Galway) - Posts: 4425 - 06/10/2025 18:56:54 2638735 Link 1 |
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We don't need him carrying the ball on 50 yard runs anymore, like he did regularly in his physical prime. We need to try to get him on the end of moves. He's an excellent kicker with brilliant balance. His ability to cut back on either foot sets him apart. He still has plenty in the legs to get himself a few yards of space to get his shot away. His short distance acceleration is still there. Colin Corkery still had it when he was in his mid-30s and not looking as 'aerodynamic' as most of his peers. WanPintWin (Galway) - Posts: 2581 - 06/10/2025 21:05:10 2638752 Link 1 |
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I'd rather the young lad from James' Cian Costello. Something about him and a good boot.
TanCanRan (Galway) - Posts: 290 - 07/10/2025 22:30:41 2638901 Link 0 |
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Fair point , but it must be said that speed was never part of Corkery's main artillery. Shane is a a fantastic footballer and can be very effective going forward even with a reduction in pace. But lets be honest, his pace is a serious weapon and when this starts to go he will not be as potentially devastating a player as he currently can be. I also think that defenders tend to give him a bit more room now , in the hope that he shoots/uses the ball rather than burn them for pace , and when that fear dwindles he might be less effective. Dont get me wrong I think and hope he will be a key player for us for several years , but the mode in which he does this is likely to start changing.
anotheralias (Galway) - Posts: 1011 - 08/10/2025 08:32:44 2638908 Link 0 |