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Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City

Tallaght Stadium, Dublin3 August 2025 at 19:00

Match Events

Shamrock Rovers
Derry City
Kick Off
Half Time
A. McEneffC. Malley
46′
R. Gaffney

assist: J. Honohan

47′
63′
L. BoyceG. Whyte
63′
D. AkinyemiD. Mullen
R. GaffneyM. Noonan
69′
D. MandroiuA. Matthews
74′
D. GrantJ. McGovern
74′
85′
S. DialloR. Boyce
85′
M. DuffyB. Doherty
D. ClearyC. O'Sullivan
86′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal3
7Shots off Goal3
11Total Shots7
1Blocked Shots1
6Shots insidebox6
5Shots outsidebox1
14Fouls16
1Corner Kicks3
7Offsides2
52%Ball Possession48%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards1
3Goalkeeper Saves1
504Total passes454
434Passes accurate384
86%Passes %85%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Shamrock Rovers is 7.06, compared to 6.79 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 9 goals and 1 assists this season, led by R. Lopes (3G). Derry City's starters account for 9 goals and 5 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 3 defenders rated 7.14 on average, against Derry City's 3-man backline averaging 6.77. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.97, versus Derry City's 6 rated 6.84. 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 —, 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 80% for Shamrock Rovers and 73% 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 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 28.3 (youngest: M. Healy (23), oldest: R. Lopes (33)), while Derry City average 27.0 (youngest: A. Bannon (22), 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 11 league appearances each, versus 11 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 Rovers3-5-23-4-3Derry City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGinty6Cleary4Lopes5Grace21Grant14Mandroiu17Healy7Watts2Honohan20Gaffney8McEneff1Maher25Bannon6Connolly22Stott8O'Reilly20Winches.15Diallo19Fleming27Boyce7Duffy29Akinyemi

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Bradley

Substitutes

Coach: Tiernan Lynch

Shamrock RoversPosition StrengthDerry City
7.06
Avg Rating
6.79
7.11Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.60
0G 0A0G 0A
7.14Defender (3 v 3)6.77
3G 0A1G 2A
6.97Midfielder (5 v 6)6.84
6G 1A8G 3A
Shamrock Rovers3-5-2
1GoalkeeperE. McGinty7.1
6DefenderD. Cleary7.1
4DefenderR. Lopes7.23G
5DefenderL. Grace7.1
21MidfielderD. Grant6.82G1A
14MidfielderD. Mandroiu
17MidfielderM. Healy7.42G
7MidfielderD. Watts6.82G
2MidfielderJ. Honohan
20ForwardR. Gaffney
8ForwardA. McEneff
Derry City3-4-3
1GoalkeeperB. Maher6.6
25DefenderA. Bannon6.91G1A
6DefenderM. Connolly
22DefenderJ. Stott6.61A
8MidfielderA. O'Reilly6.61A
20MidfielderC. Winchester7.0
15MidfielderS. Diallo
19MidfielderB. Fleming6.91A
7MidfielderM. Duffy7.05G1A
29MidfielderD. Akinyemi6.73G
27ForwardL. Boyce

Match Summary

Shamrock Rovers defeated Derry City 2:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by R. Gaffney 47′, R. Gaffney 65′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Shamrock Rovers had 52% possession while Derry City held 48%. Shamrock Rovers had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 7 (3 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
16
wins
Drawn
7
Derry City
6
wins
Total goals
62 · 2.1/match
Both scored
13/29 · 45%
Over 2.5
10/29 · 34%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 24 v 2021

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