Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Sligo Rovers defeated Cork City 3:2. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by E. McLaughlin 7′, S. Maguire 56′, O. Elding 60′, P. McClean 79′, R. O'Kane 89′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Cork City had 37% possession while Sligo Rovers held 63%. Cork City had 16 shots (8 on target) compared to 17 (8 on target) for Sligo Rovers. Cork City made 5 substitutions, Sligo Rovers made 1.
Match Events
Key match events between Cork City and Sligo Rovers — 5 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Nelson
assist: W. Fitzgerald
Match Statistics
Cork City had 37% possession against Sligo Rovers's 63%. Cork City registered 16 shots (8 on target) while Sligo Rovers managed 17 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 6–10. Fouls committed: 11–5.
Lineups
Cork City lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Gerard Nash, while Sligo Rovers deployed a 4-2-3-1 under John Russell.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Cork City is —, compared to 6.89 for Sligo Rovers. 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. Cork City's highest-rated starter is —, while Sligo Rovers's best-rated player is S. Sargeant (7.26).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Cork City have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Sligo Rovers's starters account for 5 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by W. Fitzgerald (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Cork City deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Sligo Rovers's 3-man backline averaging 6.86. 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
Cork City field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Sligo Rovers's 6 rated 6.83. 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
Cork City start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sligo Rovers 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 —% for Cork City and 69% for Sligo Rovers. 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
Cork City's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Sligo Rovers. 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 Cork City's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Sligo Rovers average 23.3 (youngest: J. McManus (20), oldest: S. Sargeant (28)). 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
Cork City's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 11 for Sligo Rovers. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Gerard Nash
Substitutes
Coach: John Russell
Rivalry since 2019
Cork City vs Sligo Rovers Head to Head Results· 16
Cork City and Sligo Rovers have met 16 times — Cork City won 6, Sligo Rovers won 3, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Cork City leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 50 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.13 per match (28 for the home side, 22 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (69%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Cork City are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–3 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Cork City have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Sligo Rovers show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026