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Replying To Dualstar22:  "Strange he wasn't playing, someone said he has emigrated for a year or two. Is that true?"
He pulled the hamstring v Milltown, was never going to be available. Certainly not emigrating, committed to football.

Triffic (Galway) - Posts: 193 - 28/09/2026 09:23:41    2695279

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I think that loss could set Claregalway back. A lot of talk about them always but a long winter yet again.

The term fancy dans comes to mind.

GalwaysFinest (Galway) - Posts: 228 - 28/09/2026 09:35:07    2695281

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Replying To GalwaysFinest:  "I think that loss could set Claregalway back. A lot of talk about them always but a long winter yet again.

The term fancy dans comes to mind."
Bit harsh on them. There was nothing fancy or lightweight about their effort on Saturday. A bit of experience and big-match knowhow probably cost them; e.g. Jack Mullen came on as a second half sub and quickly scored 1-1 but went for a couple of more pointed efforts when the more percentage option was to work the ball into a better position. They also had to contend with injuries to starting defenders. Only for Damien Comer, who would trouble the best defence, they would have won it in comfort.

Triffic (Galway) - Posts: 193 - 28/09/2026 10:02:10    2695286

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Replying To Triffic:  "Bit harsh on them. There was nothing fancy or lightweight about their effort on Saturday. A bit of experience and big-match knowhow probably cost them; e.g. Jack Mullen came on as a second half sub and quickly scored 1-1 but went for a couple of more pointed efforts when the more percentage option was to work the ball into a better position. They also had to contend with injuries to starting defenders. Only for Damien Comer, who would trouble the best defence, they would have won it in comfort."
One of Annaghdown's best players also got injured early on

ColmFlaherty (Galway) - Posts: 246 - 28/09/2026 10:18:55    2695290

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Replying To Triffic:  "Bit harsh on them. There was nothing fancy or lightweight about their effort on Saturday. A bit of experience and big-match knowhow probably cost them; e.g. Jack Mullen came on as a second half sub and quickly scored 1-1 but went for a couple of more pointed efforts when the more percentage option was to work the ball into a better position. They also had to contend with injuries to starting defenders. Only for Damien Comer, who would trouble the best defence, they would have won it in comfort."
ClareGalway should have started Cillian Callaghan

Pulllowpullhigh2 (Galway) - Posts: 3 - 28/09/2026 10:34:30    2695294

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Replying To Triffic:  "Bit harsh on them. There was nothing fancy or lightweight about their effort on Saturday. A bit of experience and big-match knowhow probably cost them; e.g. Jack Mullen came on as a second half sub and quickly scored 1-1 but went for a couple of more pointed efforts when the more percentage option was to work the ball into a better position. They also had to contend with injuries to starting defenders. Only for Damien Comer, who would trouble the best defence, they would have won it in comfort."
'Would have', exactly the kind of talk I referred to.
Yes, Jack Mullen scored a great goal, and didnt do a whole pile after the fancy dan celebration. Similar to Lonergan.
Contend with injuries? Thats sport. They had lads with Galway underage experience sitting on the bench. If anyone can contend with injuries its Claregalway.
The dogged attitude of Annaghdown to pull through is something you cant train, inspired by their leader Damien Comer.

GalwaysFinest (Galway) - Posts: 228 - 28/09/2026 10:52:35    2695297

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Having watched all 4 senior games over the weekend, it was a poor entertainment of football with the exception of Annaghdown and Claregalway.

Claregalway will be kicking themselves to throw away that game. Annaghdown will need to bubble wrap Comer for the next 2 weeks to be in with any chance of getting close to Moycullen.

Corofin did not look too impressive against Monivea, although they did enough to get over the line. Canney looks to have settled into his new role as goalie, dealt well with the tricky wind throughout. Leonard and Coen very impressive in the forwards and kept the scoreboard ticking.

Salthill proved too strong for Oughtarard although Oughtarard managed to still score 1-14, this is something Salthill will have to work on over the next 2 weeks. Corofin will be looking to see how they can stop Finnerty as he is in top class form. Tomo Culhane still to come back into the action too.

Moycullen showed no mercy against Mountbellew, they look very impressive and not afraid to go at teams. Fionn McDonagh was exceptional. Lavelle super on kickouts also. Cant see Annaghdown phasing them too much.

For me as an outsider of the 4 semi finalist teams, I'm calling a Moycullen V Corofin County Final.

LetsPlayBall (Galway) - Posts: 68 - 28/09/2026 11:12:05    2695301

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Replying To GalwaysFinest:  "I think that loss could set Claregalway back. A lot of talk about them always but a long winter yet again.

The term fancy dans comes to mind."
I haven't heard any talk about them. All the talk is about the big 3. Claregalway are a top 8 club in Galway or thereabouts. The odds before the championship reflect that as does where they finished.
They're well off the standard of the top contenders and anyone with even a passing knowledge of Galway football would know that.
I'd question whether the people who are talking to you about them as contenders, follow club football in Galway at all.

WanPintWin (Galway) - Posts: 3076 - 28/09/2026 11:26:17    2695306

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Replying To ColmFlaherty:  "One of Annaghdown's best players also got injured early on"
Sorry but Luc O Connor and Ryan Flagertu were playing excellently at the time guess had to come off so they were a huge loss to CG.

Alwaysencourage (Galway) - Posts: 660 - 28/09/2026 12:39:31    2695322

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Replying To Alwaysencourage:  "Sorry but Luc O Connor and Ryan Flagertu were playing excellently at the time guess had to come off so they were a huge loss to CG."
Luc is a mighty bit of stuff. Looked a nasty injury. Speedy recovery to him.

GalwaysFinest (Galway) - Posts: 228 - 28/09/2026 14:11:53    2695347

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Replying To Alwaysencourage:  "Sorry but Luc O Connor and Ryan Flagertu were playing excellently at the time guess had to come off so they were a huge loss to CG."
I agree with the previous commenter who said it's always excuses with CG.

TanCanRan (Galway) - Posts: 342 - 28/09/2026 15:55:59    2695366

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When are the minor county finals?

Galwaysam277 (Galway) - Posts: 18 - 28/09/2026 15:58:07    2695367

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Replying To Triffic:  "He pulled the hamstring v Milltown, was never going to be available. Certainly not emigrating, committed to football."
Maybe a transfer to native Dunkellin Gaels.

On that note, congrats to Dunkellin. Great to see. They dont even have a pitch. But they have a county medal. Hopefully they keep building and climb the ranks.

GalwaysFinest (Galway) - Posts: 228 - 28/09/2026 16:34:02    2695376

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Replying To Alwaysencourage:  "Sorry but Luc O Connor and Ryan Flagertu were playing excellently at the time guess had to come off so they were a huge loss to CG."
They have a massive panel to choose from, the manager himself highlighted that when interviewed after the Barna game, so there really can't be any excuses on that front. They've still never got past a senior championship quarter-final. This was the year to do it, everything seemed to be in their favour, and they still couldn't get over the line.

Yvrjd (Galway) - Posts: 32 - 28/09/2026 16:42:21    2695381

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Replying To Alwaysencourage:  "Sorry but Luc O Connor and Ryan Flagertu were playing excellently at the time guess had to come off so they were a huge loss to CG."
I'm not disagreeing with you that they'd be losess however Annaghdown losing Olan Kelly early on would be huge to them, he's been featured on the TOTW 3 times for example. You and couple others talking as if its the only reason why Annaghdown won

ColmFlaherty (Galway) - Posts: 246 - 28/09/2026 16:45:32    2695382

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Replying To ColmFlaherty:  "I'm not disagreeing with you that they'd be losess however Annaghdown losing Olan Kelly early on would be huge to them, he's been featured on the TOTW 3 times for example. You and couple others talking as if its the only reason why Annaghdown won"
Colm, Olans replacement the younger Kilcommins was excellent when he came on and did not weaken the team. He set up 2-3 scores as soon as he came on and if I remember he caught the important ball at the end. That said if Annaghdown has any hope Kelly and Daithi Kilcommons need to start against Moycullen, though I dont think it will make any difference. All I can say about Claregalway is winning underage titles by numbers does not build for senior battles. Conor Flaherty, Eamon McGrath Jack Mullen, showed leadership as Annaghdown had bigger leaders Meehan, 2 Kilcommins (Diarmaid was brilliant), Curley was super and obviously Comer who was the leader. My question for Claregalway is how come Jack Mullen did not start and why wasnt Jack Glynn on Comer. A note thought some of the refereeing decisions for both sides was iffy at best.

Galwayareback (Galway) - Posts: 3 - 28/09/2026 19:09:01    2695402

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Replying To Yvrjd:  "They have a massive panel to choose from, the manager himself highlighted that when interviewed after the Barna game, so there really can't be any excuses on that front. They've still never got past a senior championship quarter-final. This was the year to do it, everything seemed to be in their favour, and they still couldn't get over the line."
How was this the year to do it? Are the county board packing in the Galway senior championship after 2026? They were beaten by a point by a team at a very similar level to them. They wouldn't be going any further either way. Maigh Cuilinn would give them a heavy beating based on form to-date. They'll have to continue to build. They're a good bit away yet from the top clubs.

WanPintWin (Galway) - Posts: 3076 - 28/09/2026 20:42:08    2695411

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Replying To Yvrjd:  "They have a massive panel to choose from, the manager himself highlighted that when interviewed after the Barna game, so there really can't be any excuses on that front. They've still never got past a senior championship quarter-final. This was the year to do it, everything seemed to be in their favour, and they still couldn't get over the line."
Hold on if two of your best players go off it is a big blow just as it would be for any team.

Alwaysencourage (Galway) - Posts: 660 - 28/09/2026 21:30:14    2695419

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Replying To Galwayareback:  "Colm, Olans replacement the younger Kilcommins was excellent when he came on and did not weaken the team. He set up 2-3 scores as soon as he came on and if I remember he caught the important ball at the end. That said if Annaghdown has any hope Kelly and Daithi Kilcommons need to start against Moycullen, though I dont think it will make any difference. All I can say about Claregalway is winning underage titles by numbers does not build for senior battles. Conor Flaherty, Eamon McGrath Jack Mullen, showed leadership as Annaghdown had bigger leaders Meehan, 2 Kilcommins (Diarmaid was brilliant), Curley was super and obviously Comer who was the leader. My question for Claregalway is how come Jack Mullen did not start and why wasnt Jack Glynn on Comer. A note thought some of the refereeing decisions for both sides was iffy at best."
Bigger leaders???They won by one.

Alwaysencourage (Galway) - Posts: 660 - 28/09/2026 21:31:12    2695420

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Replying To Galwayareback:  "Colm, Olans replacement the younger Kilcommins was excellent when he came on and did not weaken the team. He set up 2-3 scores as soon as he came on and if I remember he caught the important ball at the end. That said if Annaghdown has any hope Kelly and Daithi Kilcommons need to start against Moycullen, though I dont think it will make any difference. All I can say about Claregalway is winning underage titles by numbers does not build for senior battles. Conor Flaherty, Eamon McGrath Jack Mullen, showed leadership as Annaghdown had bigger leaders Meehan, 2 Kilcommins (Diarmaid was brilliant), Curley was super and obviously Comer who was the leader. My question for Claregalway is how come Jack Mullen did not start and why wasnt Jack Glynn on Comer. A note thought some of the refereeing decisions for both sides was iffy at best."
Fair play to Daithi if he was good when he was on. The point was though that losing the calibre of players of Luc O'Connor and Ryan Flaherty swung it to Annaghdown when Claregalway have numerous players who've been involved with Galway teams such as Eamon McGrath, Conor Flaherty, Conor Campbell, Jack Glynn, Jack Mullen, Luc O'Connor, Ryan Flaherty, Jack Lonergan, Owen Morgan, Daniel Fitzmaueice, Jack Ramsey, Daniel Hughes, Eanna Monaghan, Matthew Collins, Eoin Geraghty and Danny Cummins, that's 16 players.

Annaghdown then have Olan Kelly, Daithi and Diarmuid Kilcommins, Ethan Forde, Eoin Newell, Stephen Curley, Cathal Heavey and Damien Comer, that's 8 players.

Claregalway have twice the players Annaghdown have that have county set-up experience

ColmFlaherty (Galway) - Posts: 246 - 28/09/2026 22:07:37    2695426

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