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It is a matter of real satisfaction that on Saturday afternoon Galway soccer finally celebrates the service and talents of one of its most favoured footballing sons, Stephen Walsh.

Most emotions were experienced during a turbulent season in Terryland. The overriding one at full-time last Saturday in Waterford was one of relief.

At various points this season, both teams will have considered themselves clear of the sort of scenario that presents itself to the sides on Saturday in RSC.

Eamonn Deacy Park braces itself for its final home game of the season as Galway United take on Drogheda United in what could be a season-defining encounter for the Tribesmen.

With three weeks out of action, Galway United had some respite, but there is no reprieve on their return to action tomorrow night against Bohemians.

Tomorrow night in Eamonn Deacy Park will be a novel occasion, as Salthill Devon will host Galway United in their usual home.

It has been a difficult spell for the team. The loss of Moses Dyer has hurt. The unavailability of Patrick Hickey has left a chasm. The fall off in the form of key players and personalities has been the most damaging of all.

There was giddiness around Galway when the FAI Cup draw on Tuesday pitted Galway United against Salthill Devon in the last 16.

In their head-to-heads, United have had the better of it. Since their return to the league, they have not lost to tomorrow’s opponents in six games, winning three of them.

It would have been an unthinkable sentiment only a few years ago and might still incite debate and disagreement, but the upward trajectory of the league is undeniable.