Way clear for Walsh to take Galway job

Kevin Walsh’s ascension to the position of Galway football manager is a foregone conclusion after Pete Warren withdrew his candidacy.

Warren, who served as selector to John O’Mahony during the county’s last two All-Ireland final triumphs, pulled out of the running on Wednesday night, clearing the path for Walsh to take the reins.

The two men were the sole pair nominated by the clubs and the decision of Warren not to contest the role leaves Walsh as the one remaining candidate to replace Alan Mulholland.