Posts by Matt O’Rourke
Shelbourne V Linfield 2nd Leg Review
‘Twas amidst a fairly surreal scene at Belfast’s Windsor Park stadium that Joey O’Brien’s Shelbourne side emerged victorious over David Healy’s Linfield outfit. Compliance with UEFA rules around ticket allocations and health and safety meant that Windsor, despite its capacity to hold 18,500, only ended up housing 7,137 spectators. It created a scene in which…
Read MoreLimerick FC Confirm Application For Third Tier ,But Who are Pro Football Enterprise?
On the 25th of February 2025, LOITalk exclusively revealed that Limerick FC had made an application for the brand new FAI National League that is scheduled to commence in 2026. Limerick FC, who has been owned by Limerick businessman Pat O’Sullivan since 2010 currently only field teams in the League Of Ireland Academy leagues who…
Read MoreGaffney Scores Winner as Hoops grind it out against Waterford
As the old saying goes -“A sign of a good team is to win when they’re not playing well”- and that is what Rovers did tonight. They extend their lead at the top of the table 11 points although Bohs and Derry both have 2 games in hand. Waterford stay in 8th but are a…
Read MoreLeague Leaders look to bounce back from Derby Defeat against Waterford
John Coleman takes his inconsistent Waterford side to the capital where their hosts Shamrock Rovers will no doubt be keen to bounce back after the defeat at Dalymount on Monday. The result was Rovers’ 3rd consecutive defeat against their biggest rivals this season. A damning record for a side that are fancied by many to…
Read MoreTreaty United v Wexford FC – First Division Playoff Push Continues in Markets Field
It might only be the 23rd of June but tonight’s clash between Treaty United and Wexford FC at the Markets Field does have the feeling of an important game in both sides quest to be in the Playoff positions come the end of the season. A win for the Limerick side tonight would put 9…
Read MoreA Reflection on Duff: The Journey from Arrival to Farewell
As of the 22nd of June 2025, it was announced that Damien Duff would be leaving his post as manager of Shelbourne FC. This came as a shock to fans and players alike, as the news was sprung on the team minutes after their scheduled analysis ahead of the trip to Waterford the next day.…
Read MoreFrom Tolka to Kaunas: Irish Clubs and their European Opposition
The curtain has fallen, and excitement has risen for Shelbourne, Shamrock Rovers and St Pats fans alike as all their clubs have been drawn against their European opponents. This article will discuss each team’s opponents, historical relevance, previous European encounters and what lies ahead for the Irish teams if they progress. Shelbourne: Northern Rivalry Renewed.…
Read MoreBREAKING: Drogheda United Face “expulsion” From UEFA Conference League
In the past few minutes, Drogheda United have released a club statement on their website confirming that UEFA has notified the club that they face expulsion from this season’s UEFA Conference League due to a multi club ownership rule. In the club statement it reads ” The club can confirm that it has been notified…
Read MoreNash To Turners Cross? Here We Go?
Following the departure of Tim Clancy from his role as Cork City last Friday night attention had to swiftly turn to who is going to take charge as Cork City look to avoid relegation back to the First Division having just been promoted last season. It is expected Greg Bolger will be in charge for…
Read MoreNo Joy in the Shannon Waters as Treaty Sink Again
Treaty United’s struggles continued on Monday evening as they slumped to a 2-0 defeat away to Wexford FC at Ferrycarrig Park. Goals in the first half from Kaylem Harnett and Mikie Rowe sealed a deserved win for the home side and handed Treaty their third defeat in five games. Wexford Dominance Wexford were on top…
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