The excitement is mounting as Dundalk prepares to take on Galway United in the upcoming Republic of Ireland Premier Division on 21.08.2026. With Dundalk having a slight advantage in the odds, the anticipation for a close match is high. Our site offers a deep dive into the teams' recent performances, player statistics, and potential game changers. Check out our expert predictions and comprehensive analysis before placing your bets on this thrilling encounter!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Bohemians | 27 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 42/31 | 44 |
| 4 | Dundalk | 27 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 42/41 | 37 |
| 5 | Shelbourne | 26 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 36/38 | 34 |
| 6 | Derry City | 27 | 7 | 12 | 8 | 35/32 | 33 |
| 7 | Galway United | 26 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 33/40 | 30 |
| 8 | Waterford | 27 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 37/48 | 28 |
Key Player Statistics: Dundalk vs Galway United
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Dundalk vs Galway United Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Division | Galway United | Dundalk | 12.06.2026 | 0-1 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Galway United | 17.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Dundalk | 06.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Dundalk | 04.10.2024 | 1-1 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Galway United | 02.08.2024 | 0-2 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Dundalk | 24.05.2024 | 2-0 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Galway United | 23.02.2024 | 0-2 |
| FAI Cup | Galway United | Dundalk | 15.09.2023 | 4-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAI Cup | Dundalk | Castlebar Celtic | 15.08.2026 | 8-0 |
| Premier Division | Shamrock Rovers | Dundalk | 07.08.2026 | 3-2 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Sligo Rovers | 31.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Premier Division | St Patrick's Athl. | Dundalk | 24.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| FAI Cup | St Mochta's | Dundalk | 17.07.2026 | 1-3 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Drogheda United | 10.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premier Division | Shelbourne | Dundalk | 03.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Waterford | 26.06.2026 | 2-3 |
| Premier Division | Bohemians | Dundalk | 19.06.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Dundalk | 12.06.2026 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAI Cup | Galway United | Bray Wanderers | 14.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Drogheda United | 07.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Premier Division | Bohemians | Galway United | 02.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Waterford | 25.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| FAI Cup | Galway United | Crumlin United | 17.07.2026 | 4-0 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Sligo Rovers | 11.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| Premier Division | St Patrick's Athl. | Galway United | 03.07.2026 | 3-0 |
| Premier Division | Shamrock Rovers | Galway United | 26.06.2026 | 3-1 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Derry City | 19.06.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Dundalk | 12.06.2026 | 0-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Dundalk VS Galway United
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Dundalk vs Galway United
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Dundalk vs Galway United
Dundalk versus Galway United. On paper, it looks routine. But don't let the league table fool you — this fixture has been anything but predictable.
Dundalk sit fourth with 37 points, seven clear of their visitors tonight. They're in the mix for something meaningful, and home advantage matters. But here's what the casual fan might miss: Dundalk's defensive record is genuinely alarming. They've conceded 41 goals in 27 games. That's nearly 1.5 per match at home. This is a team that scores and concedes freely, almost every single week.
Galway United aren't much better at the back either, shipping 40 goals themselves. When these two meet, goals tend to follow. Three of their last five head-to-head encounters produced three or more goals combined. The 2-2 draw earlier in 2026 and Dundalk's 2-1 win at home in April both tell the same story. This fixture bleeds goals.
Here's what you need to watch for: Dundalk's D. Horgan is the creative engine of this side, racking up nine assists in 26 appearances. That's elite playmaking for this division. Whoever is tasked with marking him for Galway will have their hands full. On the other side, D. Hurley carries Galway's attacking threat with six assists of his own. The battle between those two creators could genuinely decide this game.
One thing that should concern Dundalk's manager is the disciplinary record. A. Dervin already has a red card and seven yellows. K. Buckley has seven bookings too. Against a Galway side that presses and provokes, one moment of frustration could shift the entire evening.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Dundalk being comfortable favourites at 1.70. The value here is elsewhere. Both Teams to Score looks almost certain given both defences this season. Over 2.5 goals is equally compelling. Dundalk have the quality to win this, but expect Galway to get on the scoresheet.
My bold prediction: Dundalk win 2-1, with Horgan directly involved in both goals, and at least one booking for a Dundalk midfielder before the hour mark.
Kick-off at Oriel Park. Two leaky defences, two creative midfields, and a rivalry that refuses to be dull. Set the alarm. This one's worth staying up for.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Horgan | Republic of Ireland | 34 | Midfielder | 170 cm | 68 kg |
| B. Burns | Northern Ireland | 26 | Defender | 173 cm | 72 kg |
| D. Mullen | Scotland | 31 | Attacker | 176 cm | 70 kg |
| D. McDaid | Scotland | 30 | Midfielder | 175 cm | n/a |
| T. Clarke | Republic of Ireland | 28 | 175 cm | 64 kg | |
| R. Cornwall | Republic of Ireland | 31 | Defender | 185 cm | 86 kg |
| K. Buckley | Republic of Ireland | 34 | Midfielder | 177 cm | n/a |
| C. Kearns | Republic of Ireland | 28 | Goalkeeper | 188 | n/a |
| A. Dervin | Republic of Ireland | 27 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| T. Wilson | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| E. Minogue | Republic of Ireland | 25 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| H. Groome | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| G. Arubi | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Attacker | 183 cm | n/a |
| H. Warren | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| E. Kenny | Republic of Ireland | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Safaei | Republic of Ireland | 21 | n/a | n/a | |
| Sean Spaight | Republic of Ireland | 17 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| T. Wilson | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| V. Leonard | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| R. Teahan | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Keohane | Republic of Ireland | 35 | Midfielder | 180 cm | 72 kg |
| K. Twardek | Canada | 29 | Midfielder | 185 cm | 82 kg |
| C. McCormack | Republic of Ireland | 36 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 67 kg |
| K. Brouder | Republic of Ireland | 28 | Defender | 185 cm | 77 kg |
| D. Hurley | Republic of Ireland | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| S. Walsh | Republic of Ireland | 35 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Wolfe | England | 26 | Midfielder | 185 | 74 |
| A. Bolger | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Midfielder | 170 cm | 65 kg |
| Gianfranco Facchineri | Canada | 24 | Defender | 183 cm | 87 kg |
| F. Lomboto | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| E. McCarthy | Republic of Ireland | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Hugo Alberto Pires da Cunha | Portugal | 24 | Goalkeeper | 198 | 91 |
| Connor Barratt | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Arthur Parker | England | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| O. Williams | England | 26 | Midfielder | 185 cm | 78 kg |
| A. Piesold | England | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Evan Watts | Wales | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| N. Fleuriau Chateau | Canada | 24 | Attacker | 178 | n/a |
| Junior Thiam | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| L. Devitt | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
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