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SOCCER: Galway United 0-1 Shamrock Rovers (SSE Airtricity League commentary with Galway Bay FM's John Mulligan and Derek Rogers)

Galway United's unbeaten run in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division after they went down to Shamrock Rovers in Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday (4th April 2025).

Tuam's Rory Gaffney struck the decisive goal on 48 minutes, bringing the visitors up to just two points behind third placed Galway United.

Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were John Mulligan and Derek Rogers.

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Galway United's next game is away to Sligo Rovers in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division on Saturday, 12th April.  Kick-off at the Showgrounds is 7.45pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

HORSE RACING: Aintree Grand National Picks with Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh (5th April 2025)

It's Grand National Day at Aintree (5th April 2025) with the £1m Randox Handicap Chase feature getting underway at 4.00.

The seven race card begins at 1.20, and with other big races also including the Ivy Liverpool Hurdle (3.05) and Rosconn Group Maghull Novices' Chase (5.00).

With his selections, here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

RUGBY: All-Ireland League Rugby Preview with Galway Bay FM's William Davies (4th April 2025)

Saturday (5th April 2025) is a mammoth day for Galway teams with three sides looking to prolong their seasons.

Corinthians host Ballymena in the Energia All-Ireland League Division 2A final round.  They must better Greystones result in Navan to reach the play-offs.  Kick-off at Corinthian Park is 2.30pm.

Galwegians are seeking similar rewards when they travel to Skerries on the last day in Division 2B.  They must win, and hope that UL Bohemian leave Sligo empty handed.  That starts in Holmpatrick at the same time.

And just six days after winning a first Connacht Junior Cup in 32 years, Creggs must come back down to earth when they battle Bective Ranges in the AIL Qualifer semi-final.  That's down for Cill Dara RFC from 1pm.

With a full preview of all three games, here's Galway Bay FM's William Davies.

RUGBY: Connacht vs Cardiff (European Rugby Challenge Cup Preview with John Muldoon and William Davies)

Connacht will target reaching a 13th EPCR European Challenge Cup quarter-final this Saturday when they host Cardiff in their last-16 clash (5th April 2025).

Despite their struggles in the BKT United Rugby Championship, Connacht have excelled on the continent as first seeds.  They are guaranteed home games up until and including a potential semi-final.

They've had victories in their last four encounters with the Welsh side and haven't been beaten by Cardiff in Galway since November 2017.

Galway Bay FM's William Davies previews the game and chats with Connacht lineout & maul coach John Muldoon.

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Kick-off at Dexcom Stadium on Saturday is 8pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

FOOTBALL: Galway forward Robert Finnerty with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins at the AIB launch for this year's All-Ireland Senior Championship

AIB, proud sponsors of the club and county, has been joined by Paul Geaney (Kerry), Robert Finnerty (Galway), Ethan Rafferty (Armagh) and Sam Mulroy (Louth) for the launch of the 2025 AIB GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championships.

This year marks a significant milestone as AIB celebrates its 10th year as sponsor of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, a decade of unwavering support for Gaelic Games. This year promises to be a game-changer, as the new rules of Gaelic Football redefine the championship.

AIB's commitment to the players remains steadfast, celebrating the skill, dedication, and unwavering commitment that embody #TheToughest.

The 2025 AIB All-Ireland Senior Football Championship season promises to be one of the most intriguing yet, with significant rule changes adding a layer of strategic complexity and the unknown. This year, the Championship takes on the atmosphere of a high-stakes chess match, where every move and adaptation will be crucial.

The new rules demand a fresh approach, mirroring the unpredictable nature of the game and the season ahead. As AIB marks its 10th year sponsoring the AIB GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championships, we celebrate the players, fans, and volunteers who embody the spirit of Gaelic Games.

Throughout this decade, AIB has shone a spotlight on the dedication and resilience of inter-county footballers, crafting innovative content that highlights why they are some of #TheToughest. AIB remains committed to supporting Gaelic Games across the country at all levels, having renewed its sponsorship of both the AIB GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championships and AIB Club Championships until 2028. 

AIB is joined by a host of inter-county giants to launch the Championships today, including Robert Finnerty, who will be hoping to go one step further with the Tribesman this year having been beaten by Armagh in last year’s All-Ireland final. Galway begin the 2025 championship away to New York on the 6^th of April.

Before heading to the United States, Galway's Robert Finnerty caught up with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins.

FOOTBALL: Galway senior manager Padraic Joyce with Galway Bay FM's Kevin O'Dwyer ahead of their Connacht quarter-final against New York

FOOTBALL: Galway senior manager Padraic Joyce with Galway Bay FM's Kevin O'Dwyer ahead of their Connacht quarter-final against New York

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