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Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City

Tallaght Stadium, Dublin28 March 2025 at 20:00

Match Events

Shamrock Rovers
Derry City
Kick Off
A. McEneffL. Pohls
26′
Half Time
D. GrantJ. Byrne
46′
46′
M. ConnollyS. Patton
46′
P. McMullanL. Boyce
A. GreeneR. Gaffney
58′
58′
B. DohertyS. Todd
76′
C. WinchesterR. Benson
G. BurkeM. Noonan
86′
D. WattsV. Ozhianvuna
86′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal1
4Shots off Goal5
12Total Shots8
5Blocked Shots2
7Shots insidebox3
5Shots outsidebox5
13Fouls13
5Corner Kicks2
0Offsides0
67%Ball Possession33%
1Yellow Cards4
1Red Cards1
1Goalkeeper Saves3
633Total passes317
541Passes accurate241
85%Passes %76%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Shamrock Rovers is 6.97, compared to 6.83 for Derry City. 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. Shamrock Rovers's highest-rated starter is M. Healy (7.36), while Derry City's best-rated player is M. Duffy (7.00).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Shamrock Rovers have contributed 16 goals and 3 assists this season, led by G. Burke (5G). Derry City's starters account for 5 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by M. Duffy (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Shamrock Rovers deploy 5 defenders rated 6.99 on average, against Derry City's 5-man backline averaging 6.97. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Shamrock Rovers field 3 midfielders averaging 7.08, versus Derry City's 4 rated 6.86. 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.

Forward Threat

Shamrock Rovers start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.78, compared to 1 for Derry City averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 81% for Shamrock Rovers and 72% for Derry City. 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

Shamrock Rovers's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Derry City. 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 Shamrock Rovers's starting XI is 27.9 (youngest: C. O'Sullivan (19), oldest: A. Greene (35)), while Derry City average 28.0 (youngest: A. O'Reilly (24), oldest: C. Winchester (32)). 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

Shamrock Rovers's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 9 for Derry City. 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.

Shamrock Rovers5-3-25-3-2Derry City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGinty21Grant6Cleary4Lopes27O'Sulli.2Honohan8McEneff17Healy7Watts9Greene10Burke1Maher2Boyce16Cann6Connolly22Holt14Doherty8O'Reilly20Winches.10McMullan7Duffy21Mullen

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Bradley

Substitutes

Coach: Tiernan Lynch

Shamrock RoversPosition StrengthDerry City
6.97
Avg Rating
6.83
7.11Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.60
0G 0A0G 0A
6.99Defender (5 v 5)6.97
5G 3A0G 2A
7.08Midfielder (3 v 4)6.86
4G 0A5G 2A
6.78Forward (2 v 1)
7G 0A0G 0A
Shamrock Rovers5-3-2
1GoalkeeperE. McGinty7.1
21DefenderD. Grant6.82G1A
6DefenderD. Cleary7.1
4DefenderR. Lopes7.23G
27DefenderC. O'Sullivan6.92A
2DefenderJ. Honohan
8MidfielderA. McEneff
17MidfielderM. Healy7.42G
7MidfielderD. Watts6.82G
9ForwardA. Greene6.72G
10ForwardG. Burke6.95G
Derry City5-3-2
1GoalkeeperB. Maher6.6
2DefenderR. Boyce
16DefenderH. Cann
6DefenderM. Connolly
22DefenderK. Holt
14DefenderB. Doherty7.02A
8MidfielderA. O'Reilly6.61A
20MidfielderC. Winchester7.0
10MidfielderP. McMullan
7MidfielderM. Duffy7.05G1A
21ForwardD. Mullen

Match Summary

Shamrock Rovers and Derry City drew 0:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. 5 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Shamrock Rovers had 67% possession while Derry City held 33%. Shamrock Rovers had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Derry City. Shamrock Rovers made 5 substitutions, Derry City made 4.

Rivalry since 2019

Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
Shamrock Rovers
17
wins
Drawn
6
Derry City
6
wins
Total goals
64 · 2.2/match
Both scored
13/29 · 45%
Over 2.5
10/29 · 34%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 24 v 2021

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