FOOTBALL DAILY: Galway look to overcome Rovers hoodoo, new Blue at Waterford, and McAteer on ‘lazy’ and 'disrespectful' Saipan movie

On Friday's Football Daily, David Wilson previews all the night's LOI action plus a look ahead to the Premier League action at the weekend. Full preview of Friday night’s League of Ireland action with all 10 Premier Division teams in action across a huge evening of football. Galway United host Shamrock Rovers at Eamonn Deacy Park as Stephen Bradley’s side look to extend their long unbeaten run against the Tribesmen. Insight from Johnny Dunleavy on Galway boss John Caulfield and what makes the experienced manager such a strong presence in the dressing room. Bohemians travel to Oriel Park desperate to end a nine-game winless streak against a Dundalk side chasing a top-four finish. Graham Coughlan begins his reign as Waterford manager with a difficult trip to face Stephen Kenny’s in-form St. Patrick’s Athletic. Shelbourne continue their search for a first home win of the season as they welcome a confident Sligo Rovers side to Tolka Park. Drogheda United and Derry City meet in a tightly poised clash with just three points separating the teams in the table. Aston Villa book their first European final since 1982 after a dominant Europa League semi-final victory over Nottingham Forest. Crystal Palace reach the UEFA Conference League final while Chelsea, Tottenham and Real Madrid all make headlines in a busy European football roundup. Former Republic of Ireland international Jason McAteer reflects on the controversial Saipan movie and explains why he believes it did not accurately portray events. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

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