'The difference' - Mayo GAA fans all say the same thing about player's performance against Galway
Allianz Football League Division 1, Pearse Stadium, Galway 25/1/2026 Galway vs Mayo Mayo’s manager Andy Moran and goalkeeper Rob Hennelly after the game Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/James Crombie
Mayo began their Allianz Football League Division 1 campaign with a victory over neighbours Galway in Pearse Stadium yesterday.
Andy Moran's side came out on top by a goal (2-18 to 3-18) in an entertaining contest in Salthill.
— Mayo GAA (@MayoGAA) January 25, 2026
Aidan O'Shea, Darragh Beirne and Cian McHale found the net, while recent returnee goalkeeper Rob Hennelly impressed between the sticks.
Hennelly made a number of impressive saves throughout the encounter, while he also contributed crucial two-point scores from placed balls.
Mayo supporters took to social media to praise the shot-stopper, with one user saying: "Forget the two-point frees, Hennelly's multiple saves secured Mayo that win in Salthill - rightfully awarded motm by TG4 also!"
Another fan added: "Hennelly was the difference between us winning or losing today. 6 pts from his boot and three 1-on-1s saved."
