Galway United and Tommy Dunne part ways

Galway United have parted ways with manager Tommy Dunne.

The Dubliner leaves the Tribesmen after a poor run of form with just one win from their last eight games culminating in a defeat away to Dunne’s previous club, Cork City, on Tuesday night.

Dunne took over United on their return to the League of Ireland in 2014, achieving promotion to the Premier Division that same year.

The 44 year old steered the club to safety last season and reached the EA Sports Cup Final, where his side lost to St Patrick’s Athletic on penalties.

A club statement read: “Galway United can confirm that first team manager Tommy Dunne has left the club with immediate effect.

The club would like to thank Tommy for his hard work and dedication in the three seasons following Galway United's return to the League of Ireland, including achieving promotion in his first season and reaching the EA Sports Cup Final in his second season with the club.

Unfortunately, the club has not made the required progress this season and a recent run of poor results has led the board to the decision that a change in management is required.

Everyone at the club wishes Tommy all the best in the future.

There will be no further comment from the club on this matter.

A statement regarding the search for a new manager will be made in due course.”

Galway United are back in action on Saturday 1 October at Eamonn Deacy Park when they take on Finn Harps. Kick-off is at 7pm.