MONAGHAN’S KARL GALLAGHER has been released by AFL side the Adelaide Crows.
The 23-year-old joined the Crows as a Category B rookie in 2024 and featured consistently for Adelaide’s SANFL (South Australian National Football League) side.
“Karl can leave the club with his head held high, having embraced the challenge of moving to Australia and changing codes,” said Justin Reid, Adelaide list manager.
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“We wish Karl all the best on his return to Ireland.”
Gallagher last played for Monaghan in the 2023 All-Ireland semi-final defeat to Dublin.
A possible return to Ireland and the GAA for the Emyvale forward would strengthen the hand of Monaghan boss Gabriel Bannigan in 2026.
Meanwhile, Sydney Swans utility Julie O’Sullivan will miss the rest of the 2025 AFLW season after she ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her left knee during Saturday’s match against Collingwood.
Julie O'Sullivan of the Sydney Swans. Alamy Stock Photo
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Former Kerry star O’Sullivan was injured in a contest during the final quarter at Victoria Park and did not return to the field. She will undergo reconstructive surgery on her left knee.
Sydney Swans’ AFLW general manager, Amanda Turner, described the blow as “really tough news for Julie and the team”.
“Julie has been a consistent performer in our side since she arrived from Ireland in 2023, so it’s disappointing that her year has been cut short,” Turner added.
“She has our full support, and we’ll wrap our arms around her as she attacks her recovery and rehab over the coming months.”
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Monaghan's Karl Gallagher released by Adelaide Crows; Julie O'Sullivan suffers ACL blow
LAST UPDATE | 17 Sep 2025
MONAGHAN’S KARL GALLAGHER has been released by AFL side the Adelaide Crows.
The 23-year-old joined the Crows as a Category B rookie in 2024 and featured consistently for Adelaide’s SANFL (South Australian National Football League) side.
“Karl can leave the club with his head held high, having embraced the challenge of moving to Australia and changing codes,” said Justin Reid, Adelaide list manager.
“We wish Karl all the best on his return to Ireland.”
Gallagher last played for Monaghan in the 2023 All-Ireland semi-final defeat to Dublin.
A possible return to Ireland and the GAA for the Emyvale forward would strengthen the hand of Monaghan boss Gabriel Bannigan in 2026.
Meanwhile, Sydney Swans utility Julie O’Sullivan will miss the rest of the 2025 AFLW season after she ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her left knee during Saturday’s match against Collingwood.
Former Kerry star O’Sullivan was injured in a contest during the final quarter at Victoria Park and did not return to the field. She will undergo reconstructive surgery on her left knee.
Sydney Swans’ AFLW general manager, Amanda Turner, described the blow as “really tough news for Julie and the team”.
“Julie has been a consistent performer in our side since she arrived from Ireland in 2023, so it’s disappointing that her year has been cut short,” Turner added.
“She has our full support, and we’ll wrap our arms around her as she attacks her recovery and rehab over the coming months.”
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