Galway United are delighted to announce that Edward Mccarthy has re-signed for the senior men’s team ahead of the 2024 season.
The 22-year-old has committed to The Tribesmen for 2024 and heads into his third season in Galway since signing for the club in early 2022.
The Limerick native made 38 appearances in all competitions last season for United, scoring nine times in that period for the club, including a hat-trick against Kerry FC back in March.

Ed McCarthy celebrates his hat-trick against Kerry. Photo by Ger Ryan
McCarthy started his career at Cork City U19s before moving to Treaty United in 2021, making 21 appearances in his seven month spell at the club. He then signed for Galway United in February of last year and his fantastic efforts this season saw him earn a place in the 2023 PFAI First Division Team Of The Year.

2 December 2023; Edward McCarthy of Galway United with his PFA Ireland Mens First Division Team of the Year medal during the PFA Ireland Awards 2023 at Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Edward McCarthy has returned for 2024 and there will be plenty more announcements as we look to continue building our squad for next season. Keep an eye out on our social media for updates!