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St Patrick S Athl vs Cork City

Richmond Park, Dublin22 September 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

St Patrick's Athl.
Cork City
Kick Off
J. Redmond

assist: S. Power

7′
M. Melia

assist: S. Power

18′
21′Kaedyn Kamara
30′Alex Nolan
Half Time
46′
K. KamaraC. Lyons
46′
F. AndersonG. Bolger
46′
A. NolanJ. Fitzpatrick
M. Melia

assist: J. Lennon

58′
62′
K. NelsonM. Murray
K. Leavy

assist: T. Grivosti

62′
M. MeliaC. Carty
64′
66′
S. MaguireC. Lutz
J. McClellandA. Kazeem
67′
S. PowerJ. Mulraney
67′
Tom Grivosti72′
J. GarrickB. Kavanagh
76′
J. LennonD. Robinson
76′
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal2
10Shots off Goal3
22Total Shots8
3Blocked Shots3
16Shots insidebox3
6Shots outsidebox5
13Fouls11
10Corner Kicks2
3Offsides2
53%Ball Possession47%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
478Total passes442
402Passes accurate361
84%Passes %82%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for St Patrick's Athl. is 7.01, compared to 6.83 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. St Patrick's Athl.'s highest-rated starter is J. Redmond (7.30), while Cork City's best-rated player is C. Brann (7.34).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of St Patrick's Athl. have contributed 22 goals and 18 assists this season, led by M. Melia (13G). Cork City's starters account for 18 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by K. Nelson (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

St Patrick's Athl. deploy 4 defenders rated 7.08 on average, against Cork City's 4-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

St Patrick's Athl. field 5 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Cork City's 5 rated 6.73. 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

St Patrick's Athl. start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.07, compared to 1 for Cork City averaging 6.75. 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 43% for St Patrick's Athl. 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

St Patrick's Athl.'s starters have collected 50 yellow cards this season, compared to 38 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 St Patrick's Athl.'s starting XI is 24.9 (youngest: M. Melia (18), oldest: J. McClelland (28)), while Cork City average 24.0 (youngest: F. Anderson (19), oldest: S. Murray (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

St Patrick's Athl.'s starters average 28 league appearances each, versus 21 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.

St Patrick's Athl.4-3-2-14-2-3-1Cork City
GKDEFMIDFWD
94Anang21Sjoberg5Grivosti4Redmond11McClell.19Baggley6Lennon10Leavy22Garrick25Power9Melia13Brann17Crowley23Anderson28Feely3Couto16Murray31Kamara10Nolan8McLaugh.14Nelson24Maguire

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Substitutes

Coach: Gerard Nash

St Patrick's Athl.Position StrengthCork City
7.01
Avg Rating
6.83
7.05Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.34
0G 0A0G 1A
7.08Defender (4 v 4)6.86
4G 4A2G 4A
6.94Midfielder (5 v 5)6.73
5G 11A11G 3A
7.07Forward (1 v 1)6.75
13G 3A5G 1A
St Patrick's Athl.4-3-2-1
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
21DefenderA. Sjoberg7.01A
5DefenderT. Grivosti7.01A
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.32G1A
11DefenderJ. McClelland7.02G1A
19MidfielderB. Baggley6.94A
6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.01G1A
10MidfielderK. Leavy7.02G2A
22MidfielderJ. Garrick6.81A
25MidfielderS. Power7.02G3A
9ForwardM. Melia7.113G3A
Cork City4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperC. Brann7.31A
17DefenderD. Crowley6.81G1A
23DefenderF. Anderson6.81G1A
28DefenderR. Feely7.0
3DefenderB. Couto6.82A
16MidfielderS. Murray6.7
31MidfielderK. Kamara6.5
10MidfielderA. Nolan6.63G
8MidfielderE. McLaughlin6.93G2A
14MidfielderK. Nelson6.95G1A
24ForwardS. Maguire6.85G1A

Match Summary

St Patrick's Athl. defeated Cork City 4:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by J. Redmond 7′, M. Melia 18′, M. Melia 58′, K. Leavy 62′. 3 yellow cards were shown. St Patrick's Athl. had 53% possession while Cork City held 47%. St Patrick's Athl. had 22 shots (9 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Cork City. St Patrick's Athl. made 5 substitutions, Cork City made 5.

Rivalry since 2019

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

15 stretnutí
St Patrick's Athl.
10
wins
Drawn
4
Cork City
1
wins
Total goals
34 · 2.3/match
Both scored
6/15 · 40%
Over 2.5
5/15 · 33%

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