Dundalk shows promise in promotion race after relegation

Daryl Horgan is looking forward to a new beginning with Dundalk FC after their recent relegation. In a podcast interview, Horgan discussed his decision to stay with the team and the arrival of new manager Ciarán Kilduff, who he believes is bringing a fresh outlook to the club. Horgan, a former Irish international, has deep ties to Dundalk. He helped the team win multiple league titles between 2014 and 2017. However, the club faced tough times recently due to financial troubles and performance issues. After relegation, Horgan felt personally responsible and was determined to help the club recover. He reflected on his feelings after relegation and expressed excitement about the changes ahead. Horgan emphasized the importance of focusing on youth in the team and wanted to be a part of rebuilding efforts. He even reached out to Kilduff to encourage him to join Dundalk despite the manager’s successful tenure at another club. Kilduff has brought a new energy to the team, asking players to leave past issues behind and start anew. Horgan noted that the team has been performing well, winning their first three matches this season. He feels the young players are stepping up and bringing fresh energy to the team. As Dundalk progresses, Horgan is optimistic about their potential to improve. He believes that with time, the team will find a better balance in their performance. Overall, Horgan is ready to embrace this "reset" and help lead Dundalk back to success.