Drogheda United Drawn Away to Galway United in FAI Cup Quarter-Finals
Drogheda United have been drawn away to Galway United in the quarter-finals of this season's FAI Cup, with the tie to be played on the first weekend in September. The Louth club will look to make the last four for an eighth time.
What Happened?
Galway United booked their spot in the last eight thanks to a 5-3 win over Bray Wanderers in a penalty shoot-out last Friday, after the game had finished 1-1 after normal time, with the same scoreline applying at the end of extra-time.
Why it Matters for Drogheda United
It will be the club's 15th time to appear in the quarter-finals of the competition, and John Caulfield's side will be looking to make the last four for an eighth time. The tie will also be the fourth meeting in the cup between the two sides, with Drogheda United looking to come out on top.
What Comes Next?
The full quarter-final draw is: Waterford v Sligo Rovers, Drogheda United v Galway United, Derry City v Dundalk, St Patrick's Athletic v Bohemians. The tie are to be played on the weekend ending Sunday September 6, and means Galway United's league game with Sligo Rovers, which was due to be played in the Showgrounds on Saturday September 5, will be rescheduled.
Drogheda United are currently 9th in the Premier Division, with 28 points from 27 games. They have scored 31 goals and conceded 43, with a goal difference of -12. They are 26 points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers in the title race. Their last result was a 3-0 win over College Corinthians on August 15. They are unbeaten in their last 5 games, with a recent form of 1W-4D-0L. Their next fixture is against St Patrick's Athletic at home on August 21.
A Look Ahead
Drogheda United will be looking to make the last four of the FAI Cup for an eighth time, and will face a tough test against Galway United. The tie will be played on the first weekend in September, and will be a crucial game for both sides.
