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Ollie Horgan, Galway United Assistant and Ex–Finn Harps Manager, Dies at 57

Tributes highlight a legacy of promotions at Finn Harps with lasting community impact.

Overview

  • Galway United confirmed Horgan’s death on 28 August, noting his integral role on the club’s coaching staff.
  • He continued working after a cancer diagnosis before stepping back from his duties in early July.
  • During nine years at Finn Harps, he delivered two promotions, reached an FAI Cup semi-final, and oversaw the club’s best league finish in twenty years in 2020.
  • Appointed assistant to John Caulfield at Galway United in 2022, he helped the side win the First Division and re-establish in the Premier Division.
  • Tributes were issued by Finn Harps, Dundalk FC, and President Michael D Higgins, with condolences extended to Horgan’s family.