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Derry City vs St Patrick S Athl

The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, Derry29 August 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Derry City
St Patrick's Athl.
Kick Off
Adam O'Reilly8′
40′
M. Melia

assist: C. Forrester

Half Time
A. FrizzellA. Bannon
46′
Sadou Diallo57′
63′
C. Forrester

assist: M. Melia

A. O'ReillyR. Benson
69′
G. WhyteD. Mullen
69′
70′
A. KazeemJ. McClelland
A. Bannon

assist: D. Mullen

74′
80′
S. PowerB. Baggley
A. Bannon

assist: M. Duffy

85′
87′Axel Sjoberg
Michael Duffy90+2′
90+3′
M. MeliaC. Carty
90+3′
C. ForresterD. Robinson
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal2
13Total Shots7
2Blocked Shots1
11Shots insidebox5
2Shots outsidebox2
15Fouls12
7Corner Kicks2
4Offsides4
59%Ball Possession41%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
491Total passes348
405Passes accurate269
82%Passes %77%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Derry City is 6.75, compared to 7.10 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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. Derry City's highest-rated starter is M. Duffy (7.00), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is J. Redmond (7.24).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Derry City have contributed 8 goals and 4 assists this season, led by M. Duffy (5G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 9 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by K. Leavy (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

Derry City deploy 2 defenders rated — on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 4-man backline averaging 7.18. 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

Derry City field 7 midfielders averaging 6.81, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 5 rated 7.09. 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

Derry City start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.70, compared to 1 for St Patrick's Athl. 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 74% for Derry City and 77% for St Patrick's Athl.. 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

Derry City's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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 Derry City's starting XI is 27.2 (youngest: A. O'Reilly (24), oldest: M. Duffy (31)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 26.0 (youngest: L. Turner (23), oldest: C. Forrester (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

Derry City's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 14 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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.

Derry City3-4-34-2-3-1St Patrick's Athl.
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Maher2Boyce6Connolly24Todd8O'Reilly17Frizzell15Diallo19Fleming11Whyte7Duffy10Akinyemi94Anang23McLaugh.4Redmond24Turner30Kazeem21Sjoberg6Lennon10Leavy8Forrest.25Power9Melia

Substitutes

Coach: Tiernan Lynch

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Derry CityPosition StrengthSt Patrick's Athl.
6.75
Avg Rating
7.10
6.60Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.99
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (2 v 4)7.18
0G 0A2G 3A
6.81Midfielder (7 v 5)7.09
8G 3A7G 6A
6.70Forward (1 v 1)
0G 1A0G 0A
Derry City3-4-3
1GoalkeeperB. Maher6.6
2DefenderR. Boyce
6DefenderM. Connolly
24MidfielderS. Todd
8MidfielderA. O'Reilly6.61A
17MidfielderA. Frizzell
15MidfielderS. Diallo
19MidfielderB. Fleming6.91A
7MidfielderM. Duffy7.05G1A
10MidfielderD. Akinyemi6.73G
11ForwardG. Whyte6.71A
St Patrick's Athl.4-2-3-1
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
23DefenderR. McLaughlin
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.22A
24DefenderL. Turner7.12G1A
30DefenderA. Kazeem
21MidfielderA. Sjoberg
6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.21G2A
10MidfielderK. Leavy7.24G3A
8MidfielderC. Forrester7.02G1A
25MidfielderS. Power
9ForwardM. Melia

Match Summary

Derry City and St Patrick's Athl. drew 2:2. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by M. Melia 40′, C. Forrester 63′, A. Bannon 74′, A. Bannon 85′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Derry City had 59% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 41%. Derry City had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 7 (4 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Derry City made 3 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 4.

Rivalry since 2019

Derry City vs St Patrick's Athl. Head to Head Results

27 stretnutí
Derry City
14
wins
Drawn
6
St Patrick's Athl.
7
wins
Total goals
57 · 2.1/match
Both scored
9/27 · 33%
Over 2.5
10/27 · 37%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 41 v 2023

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026