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Football League: Derry fight back to earn draw with leaders Galway • Feb. 15, 2025, 9:32 PM ET (BBC)

Paddy Tally: Derry boss hails 'serious heart' in draw with Galway • Feb. 15, 2025, 9:34 AM ET (BBC)

Allianz Football League: Derry host Galway as Down face Meath in BBC streamed game • Feb. 14, 2025, 9:34 PM ET (BBC)

United Rugby Championship: Connacht 24-19 Cardiff - Connacht survive Cardiff comeback in Galway • Feb. 14, 2025, 9:34 PM ET (BBC)

Three new Michelin stars for Galway, Laois and Kildare restaurants show trend for great food outside Dublin • Feb. 10, 2025, 9:33 PM ET (Irish Times)

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