Rory Gallagher

Irish guitarist (1948–1995)

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William Rory Gallagher was an Irish musician and songwriter. He is known for his virtuosic style of guitar playing, and is often referred to as "the greatest guitarist you've never heard of". A number of guitarists, including Alex Lifeson of Rush, Brian May of Queen, and Eric Clapton, have cited Gallagher as an influence. He was voted as guitarist of the year by Melody Maker magazine in 1972, and listed as the 57th greatest guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine in 2015.

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Gallagher accuses GAA president of sabotage over Naas intervention Rory Gallagher says Jarlath Burns' actions are unprecedented and threatens legal action. BBC Sport - Published on January 9, 2025
Ex-Derry boss Gallagher appointed to Naas club role Former Derry football boss Rory Gallagher is named as part of the management team at Kildare club champions Naas. BBC Sport - Published on January 5, 2025
Gallagher's Naas club coaching role now in doubt Former Derry football boss Rory Gallagher's appointment to a coaching role with Kildare club champions Naas appears to have unravelled. BBC Sport - Published on January 5, 2025

Gallagher 'not in consideration' for Derry return Derry rule out the possibility of former manager Rory Gallagher returning as their senior men's football manager, saying he is "not in consideration". BBC Sport - Published on September 20, 2024
Gallagher 'fully intends' to return to inter-county management Former Derry GAA manager Rory Gallagher intends to return to inter-county management after successfully challenging his debarring in February BBC Sport - Published on September 20, 2024
Rory Gallagher resigns as Derry GAA manager It comes after his wife made serious domestic abuse allegations against him in a social media post. BBC Sport - Published on May 16, 2023

Derry manager’s wife says GAA knew of abuse claims Rory Gallagher stepped aside from his role as Derry senior football manager ahead of the Ulster final. BBC Sport - Published on May 14, 2023
GAA manager responds to domestic abuse allegations Rory Gallagher was speaking after "very serious" allegations were made against him by his estranged wife. BBC Sport - Published on May 11, 2023
Gallagher satisfied with dominant Derry's display Rory Gallagher tries to be picky after his Derry team outclass Monaghan in the Ulster SFC semi-final but his satisfaction is palpable. BBC Sport - Published on April 30, 2023
'I'd be rated higher if I was in a Derry or Tyrone jersey' Fermanagh's Sean Quigley discusses the modern state of inter-county Gaelic football, his place in it and facing Rory Gallagher on The GAA Social. BBC Sport - Published on April 13, 2023

'Breath of fresh air' - Gallagher praises Rogers Derry boss Rory Gallagher hails matchwinner Brendan Rogers as a "one of the most remarkable individuals" he has worked with after the midfielder's last-gasp heroics against Dublin. BBC Sport - Published on March 5, 2023
Gallagher sets sights on promotion push for Derry Derry manager Rory Gallagher has set his sights on promotion ahead of his side's crunch Division Two clash with Dublin at Celtic Park on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on March 3, 2023
Glen pair playing for Derry 'not even discussed' Rory Gallagher praises the mental strength of Glen duo Conor Glass and Ethan Doherty after they played in Derry's Division Two win over Limerick. BBC Sport - Published on January 29, 2023	Glen All-Ireland would boost Derry - Gallagher Rory Gallagher says Conor Glass and Ethan Doherty returning to the Derry squad as All-Ireland Club winners would give added impetus to his team. BBC Sport - Published on January 12, 2023