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Connacht Rugby - Galway

URC Series - Galway City

Fast Facts about Galway to Know for Your Matchday

• Home to Europe’s second fastest-flowing river, the River Corrib (3 metres per second).

• Holds the longest place name in Ireland, Muckanaghederdauhaulia.

• The largest Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking community) in Ireland.

• Eyre Square, as it is known, in the centre of Galway City is officially called John F. Kennedy Park after his visit in the 1970’s.

• Connacht Rugby claimed their last piece of silverware in 2016 by winning the Pro12.

Current URC Standings

• Connacht has started their season strong, particularly without their big names in Finlay Bealham, Bundee Aki and Mack Hansen.

• Watching Connacht play in the Sportsgrounds in Galway is something else. My fingernails quiver in fear when I watch Connacht play, as they know they’re in for a rough 80 minutes.

• Forever supporting a team that can have you in awe one minute and tears the next make for a very tumultuous season ahead.

• Nonetheless, we started out with a win over Ospreys at home, the highlights of which are at your fingertips below

Best Area to Stay in Galway & the Stadium

The Claddagh

• This area is just south of Galway City Centre.

• Accommodation is more reasonable than staying smack bang in the city centre and you are close to many of the pub and food recommendations below.

• Not to mention the picturesque mornings you get like the below:

The Sportsgrounds

• The exact location is linked above but the stadium is only a 15-minute walk from Eyre Square / the city centre.

• The grounds are shared with a greyhound racing track so don’t be alarmed when you see the sand surrounding the pitch.

• In terms of pubs to go to before, there are a whole host of exemplary spots en route to the stadium and within walking distance. A very welcoming thought after returning from the RWC in France.

Best Breakfast & Coffee in Galway for Before and After the Match

Dela - Dominick Street

• Not surprised to see that Tom Daly also recommends this place for the morning of your match.

• An incredible brunch offering and the queue outside is a testament to this so arrive early.

• Great coffee here and they also serve some beers if you want to have the best start to your day possible.

Ard Bia - Spanish Arch

• Another stalwart when it comes to Galway restaurants and a place you can also rely on when it comes to your morning feed.

• Anywhere that changes its menu daily is a place that is consistently thinking on its feet and innovating with new dishes.

Other recommendations

• An Púcán - If you’re looking for a simple fry-up, washed down with a few pints afterward, this is a great spot near the Sportsgrounds.

• Espresso 44 - Award-winning coffee shop that you would probably miss walking down Shop Street, only for that fact I am telling you about it here. One not to miss.

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Best Restaurants in Galway for Before and After the Match