Bohs ready to halt Galway bandwagon

Keith Long's Bohs will host a Galway side who have already beaten them earlier this season but Hayes is hoping that home advantage will count in their favour (Stock picture)

Cian Tracey

Bohemians defender Dylan Hayes is relishing going up against high-flying Galway United after the two sides were drawn together in the only all-Premier Division clash of the FAI Cup second round draw.

Keith Long's Bohs will host a Galway side who have already beaten them earlier this season but Hayes is hoping that home advantage will count in their favour.

"It's the only all-Premier one, unfortunately for us, but it's a very winnable game at home. There's not too much to fear. I think we are well capable of winning it," Hayes said.

"Thank God it was a home draw. think it could have been a lot worse. We are underperforming more than anything. I don't think there is too much concern. The performances can improve and will improve."

Holders Dundalk will welcome Shelbourne to Oriel Park and the Lilywhites will be looking for a repeat of their 5-0 victory at the same stage of the Cup last year.

Limerick side Janesboro will host Sheriff YC in one of two all non-league clashes with Glebe North travelling to Ringmahon Rangers in the other.

FAI Cup Second Round Draw

Finn Harps v Crumlin United,

Dundalk v Shelbourne,

Bluebell Utd v Limerick, Bohemians v Galway Utd, Firhouse Clover v Wexford Youths, Athlone Town v Letterkenny Rovers, Ringmahon Rangers v Glebe North, Cobh Ramblers v Cherry Orchard,

Derry City v Drogheda United, St Patrick's Athletic v Pike Rovers, Sligo Rovers v Cabinteely, UCD v Bray Wanderers, Shamrock Rovers v Midleton, Janesboro v Sheriff YC, Waterford United v Longford Town, Cork City v St Peter's.

Games to be played on weekend ending May 22.