Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Sligo Rovers and Cork City drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by A. Nolan 58′, O. Elding 63′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Sligo Rovers had 61% possession while Cork City held 39%. Sligo Rovers had 19 shots (6 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Cork City. Sligo Rovers made 2 substitutions, Cork City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sligo Rovers and Cork City — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. McLaughlin
Penalty
Match Statistics
Sligo Rovers had 61% possession against Cork City's 39%. Sligo Rovers registered 19 shots (6 on target) while Cork City managed 13 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 9–9.
Lineups
Sligo Rovers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under John Russell, while Cork City deployed a 5-4-1 under Gerard Nash.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sligo Rovers is 6.89, compared to — for Cork 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. Sligo Rovers's highest-rated starter is S. Sargeant (7.26), while Cork City's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sligo Rovers have contributed 5 goals and 2 assists this season, led by W. Fitzgerald (4G). Cork City'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.
Defensive Solidity
Sligo Rovers deploy 4 defenders rated 6.86 on average, against Cork City's 4-man backline averaging —. 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
Sligo Rovers field 5 midfielders averaging 6.83, versus Cork City's 5 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.
Forward Threat
Sligo Rovers start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Cork 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 69% for Sligo Rovers and —% for Cork 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
Sligo Rovers's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Cork 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 Sligo Rovers's starting XI is 23.3 (youngest: J. McManus (20), oldest: S. Sargeant (28)), while Cork City 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 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Cork 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.
Substitutes
Coach: John Russell
Substitutes
Coach: Gerard Nash
Rivalry since 2019
Sligo Rovers vs Cork City Head to Head Results· 16
Sligo Rovers and Cork City have met 16 times — Sligo Rovers won 4, Cork City won 6, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Cork City leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 53 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.31 per match (24 for the home side, 29 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (69%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Sligo Rovers are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–3 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sligo Rovers have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Cork City show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026