Posts by Jamie Daly
St Pats Return to League Action with Victory Over Inform Waterford
St Pats showed no signs of rust on their return to domestic action, dispatching in-form Waterford with ease at the RSC, with goals from Mason Melia and Conor Carty St Pats made the trip down to Waterford for their first league match since July 4th. Stephen Kenny’s side have enjoyed a successful start to their…
Read MoreMipo Magic Enough for Shelbourne to Secure UCL First-leg Victory
Mipo Odubeko scored the only goal in an all-Irish Champions League qualifier, giving Shelbourne a narrow advantage over Linfield heading into next week’s second leg in Belfast. Joey O’Brien’s side were those who set the tempo early on, they were awarded the games opening two corners and the second resulted in a near post header…
Read MoreLinfield FC Scouting Report: Tactical Breakdown & Key Threats
2024 League of Ireland Premier Division champions Shelbourne take on 2024/25 NIFL Premiership winners Linfield in an all-Ireland Champions League qualifier. In theory, these are the two best teams each side of the border has to offer, and it’s set to be a mouthwatering tie, kicking off at Tolka Park on Wednesday, July 9th. Regular…
Read MoreDrogheda United Aim to Break Five Years of Despair Against Galway United
June 2025 was a painful month for Drogheda United fans. First came the devastating news that the club would be expelled from the UEFA Conference League. Then, the departure of Douglas James-Taylor and a general downturn in form only deepened the gloom at Sullivan and Lambe Park But things haven’t exactly been sunshine and rainbows…
Read MoreMoses Dyer Turns Down Move to Derry in Favour of a Move Abroad
Galway United striker Moses Dyer was sent off on Monday’s Connacht Derby and that looks to be his last act in Irish football, as this season’s top scorer has made the decision to move abroad. David Sneyd broke the news on Wednesday morning, first reporting that Derry City had activated the Kiwi’s release clause, but…
Read MoreBREAKING: Damien Duff Resigns as Shelbourne Manager
The Irish Examiner broke the shocking news of Shelbourne manager Damien Duff resigning, following his side’s 1-0 defeat at home to Derry City. After winning the League of Ireland Premier Division title in 2024, this season hasn’t brought the same highs. Duff appeared unable to recreate the magic, and as a result, he has stepped…
Read MoreBlackpool, Reading & Serie B Mystery Club in Race for Warren Davis
Ireland U21 international Warren Davis has attracted interest from EFL League One sides Reading and Blackpool, as well as an unnamed Serie B club, according to Alex Nixon. Davis has enjoyed an impressive season for Drogheda United in the Premier Division, making 20 appearances, scoring 7 goals, and registering 1 assist. Playing in a defensively-minded…
Read MoreDrogheda United’s European Journey Could be Over Before it Even Starts
Just over a month before the begging of the UEFA Conference League qualifying stages, 2024 FAI Cup champions Drogheda United were dealt with a huge potential blow that could prevent them from competing for a league phase spot. Trivela Group, a U.S based sports investment firm, officially acquired Drogheda United in November 2023, other clubs…
Read MoreShamrock Rovers Set to Seal Deal for Irish Cup Star John McGovern
Shamrock Rovers are expected to complete the signing of Dungannon Swifts striker John McGovern according to reports by the Belfast Telegraph. McGovern is a highly rated striker and has attracted interests from several League of Ireland clubs after his impressive debut season with Dungannon Swifts. In the 2024–25 season, McGovern made 34 league appearances, scoring…
Read MoreColin Healy Named Kerry FC Boss in Statement Appointment
Kerry FC have made a statement appointment by bringing in former Republic of Ireland Women’s assistant manager and ex-Cork City boss Colin Healy. Healy’s name had been linked in recent weeks with vacant managerial roles at both Athlone Town and Waterford FC, but he has opted to put pen to paper with the Kingdom, despite…
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