John Fallon: Caulfield's nous always gives Galway a fighting chance of being on the money

Despite last year’s struggles, and the personal anguish of his assistant Ollie Horgan passing away at 57, Caulfield signed a two-year contract extension that would bring him up to the eight years in the job.

Galway United manager John Caulfield during the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division, SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division and SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division Launch. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

League of Ireland business is becoming a billionaire’s playground but there’s a limit on Galway United’s budget that keeps expectations grounded.

Similar to last season, this year’s title race is shaping into a battle between Shamrock Rovers and Derry City.