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Sligo Rovers vs Cobh Wanderers

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FAI Cup · Season 2024

The Showgrounds, Sligo21 July 2024 at 18:00
30
Away

Cobh Wanderers

Referee: E. O'Shea

Match Events

Sligo Rovers
Cobh Wanderers
Kick Off
W. Waweru
16′
38′
A. Hastings-GilleyK. Foster-O'Reilly
Half Time
46′
O. DorganL. Nguefang
46′
D. StackD. Heelan
C. WiggettL. Pearce
68′
71′
S. OLearyD. Brennan
71′
G. KeatingS. O'Rourke
E. ChapmanJ. Henry-Francis
75′
W. Waweru
75′
W. FitzgeraldK. McDonagh
85′
R. HutchinsonO. Elding
85′
W. Waweru

Penalty

90+4′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sligo Rovers is 6.89, compared to — for Cobh Wanderers. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Sligo Rovers's highest-rated starter is W. Fitzgerald (7.26), while Cobh Wanderers's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sligo Rovers have contributed 2 goals and 3 assists this season, led by R. Hutchinson (2G). Cobh Wanderers's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Sligo Rovers field 11 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Cobh Wanderers's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 55% for Sligo Rovers and —% for Cobh Wanderers. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Sligo Rovers's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Cobh Wanderers. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Sligo Rovers's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: O. Denham (23), oldest: S. Mallon (26)), while Cobh Wanderers average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Sligo Rovers's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 0 for Cobh Wanderers. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Sligo RoversPosition StrengthCobh Wanderers
6.89
Avg Rating
6.89Midfielder (11 v 11)
2G 3A0G 0A
Sligo Rovers
0MidfielderE. McGinty
0MidfielderR. Hutchinson6.92G1A
0MidfielderC. Wiggett
0MidfielderO. Denham7.0
0MidfielderN. Pijnaker
0MidfielderS. Mallon6.5
0MidfielderC. Malley6.91A
0MidfielderE. Chapman
0MidfielderN. Morahan
0MidfielderW. Fitzgerald7.31A
0MidfielderW. Waweru6.8
Cobh Wanderers
0MidfielderM. Power
0MidfielderD. Curran
0MidfielderE. Hastings
0MidfielderD. Stack
0MidfielderG. Keating
0MidfielderN. O'Connell
0MidfielderD. McNamara
0MidfielderC. Walsh
0MidfielderS. O'Leary
0MidfielderA. Hastings-Gilley
0MidfielderO. Dorgan

Match Summary

Sligo Rovers defeated Cobh Wanderers 3:0. The match was played in FAI Cup 2024. Goals were scored by W. Waweru 16′, W. Waweru 75′, W. Waweru 90′ (pen.). Sligo Rovers made 4 substitutions, Cobh Wanderers made 5.

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API data: 11 May 2026