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Cork City vs Shamrock Rovers

Turners Cross, Cork19 September 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Cork City
Shamrock Rovers
Kick Off
Half Time
68′
D. WattsA. McEneff
68′
R. GaffneyJ. McGovern
69′
D. Grant

assist: J. Honohan

G. BolgerM. Murray
70′
K. KamaraB. Couto
73′
A. NolanB. Lee
83′
83′
G. BurkeA. Greene
84′
D. MandroiuG. O'Neill
D. Crowley

assist: B. Couto

90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal6
3Shots off Goal7
9Total Shots14
3Blocked Shots1
3Shots insidebox4
6Shots outsidebox10
13Fouls11
2Corner Kicks2
2Offsides3
32%Ball Possession68%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
292Total passes616
210Passes accurate542
72%Passes %88%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cork City is —, compared to 7.01 for Shamrock 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 Shamrock Rovers's best-rated player is M. Healy (7.36).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Cork City have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Shamrock Rovers's starters account for 14 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by G. Burke (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

Cork City deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Shamrock Rovers's 4-man backline averaging 7.06. 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 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Shamrock Rovers's 5 rated 6.96. 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 Shamrock 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 81% for Shamrock 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 14 for Shamrock 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 Shamrock Rovers average 27.0 (youngest: C. O'Sullivan (19), oldest: R. Lopes (33)). 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 12 for Shamrock 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.

Cork City4-2-3-14-2-3-1Shamrock Rovers
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Brann17Crowley23Anderson28Feely19Kiernan6Bolger31Kamara10Nolan8McLaugh.14Nelson24Maguire1McGinty6Cleary4Lopes27O'Sulli.2Honohan14Mandroiu17Healy21Grant10Burke7Watts20Gaffney

Substitutes

Coach: Gerard Nash

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Bradley

Cork CityPosition StrengthShamrock Rovers
Avg Rating
7.01
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.11
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)7.06
0G 0A3G 2A
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.96
0G 0A11G 1A
Cork City4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperC. Brann
17DefenderD. Crowley
23DefenderF. Anderson
28DefenderR. Feely
19DefenderM. Kiernan
6MidfielderG. Bolger
31MidfielderK. Kamara
10MidfielderA. Nolan
8MidfielderE. McLaughlin
14MidfielderK. Nelson
24ForwardS. Maguire
Shamrock Rovers4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperE. McGinty7.1
6DefenderD. Cleary7.1
4DefenderR. Lopes7.23G
27DefenderC. O'Sullivan6.92A
2DefenderJ. Honohan
14MidfielderD. Mandroiu
17MidfielderM. Healy7.42G
21MidfielderD. Grant6.82G1A
10MidfielderG. Burke6.95G
7MidfielderD. Watts6.82G
20ForwardR. Gaffney

Match Summary

Cork City and Shamrock Rovers drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by D. Grant 69′, D. Crowley 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Cork City had 32% possession while Shamrock Rovers held 68%. Cork City had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for Shamrock Rovers. Cork City made 3 substitutions, Shamrock Rovers made 4.

Rivalry since 2019

Cork City vs Shamrock Rovers Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Cork City
1
wins
Drawn
4
Shamrock Rovers
10
wins
Total goals
49 · 3.3/match
Both scored
8/15 · 53%
Over 2.5
9/15 · 60%

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