Gilchrist and Healy planning for a 'feisty' battle with Galway

Pole position for the one automatic promotion slot has swung between Cork City and Galway United all season

Ready to rumble: Cork City defender Ally Gilchrist is looking forward to Friday's tussle. Pic: Jim Coughlan.

Ally Gilchrist has dubbed Friday’s First Division clash against Galway United as the biggest Cork City game for years – with another “feisty” encounter predicted.

Pole position for the one automatic promotion slot has swung between the sides all season, with City enjoying a one-point advantage heading into this Turner’s Cross showdown (7.45pm).