A dramatic second half and a controversial refereeing decision highlight a 1-1 draw between Galway United and Shelbourne.
Galway United and Shelbourne battled to a 1-1 draw in a match that will be remembered for a controversial moment involving a disallowed and then awarded goal for the home team. Despite the controversy, Shelbourne remained unbeaten, while Galway United secured a valuable point. The first half was relatively uneventful, with few notable chances. However, the second half saw a dramatic turnaround, beginning with Ellis Chapman's shot that sparked the contest.
Harry Wood then broke the deadlock for Shelbourne, finding Evan Caffrey who slotted the ball into the net. Moses Dyer had a golden opportunity to extend the lead shortly after, but Conor Kearns made a spectacular save. Galway United responded with an own goal by John Martin, initially disallowed for offside but later awarded after the referee reviewed the decision. The decision caused uproar on the touchline and terraces, as Galway players and supporters protested the initial ruling. Damien Duff, the Shelbourne manager, expressed his displeasure with the referee's change of heart, while the Galway United players and fans celebrated the hard-fought goal. Despite the controversy, both teams created chances in a frenetic second half, but neither could find a winner. Shelbourne ultimately had to settle for a point, while Galway United celebrated a hard-earned draw
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