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St Patrick S Athl vs Galway United

Richmond Park, Dublin19 September 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

St Patrick's Athl.
Galway United
Kick Off
32′
J. SiviE. McCarthy
Half Time
46′
A. PiesoldD. Hurley
54′Edward McCarthy
61′
D. Hurley

Penalty

J. MulraneyB. Kavanagh
70′
S. PowerJ. Garrick
70′
J. McClelland

assist: J. Garrick

72′
73′Robert Slevin
Jordon Garrick74′
81′
D. McGuinnessS. Walsh
C. ForresterB. Baggley
84′
M. MeliaC. Carty
84′
86′Aaron Bolger
89′Bobby Burns
Joe Redmond90+6′
Axel Sjoberg90+1′
90+6′Colm Horgan
90+5′David Hurley
90+4′
B. BurnsC. Horgan
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal2
14Total Shots7
6Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox2
7Fouls18
6Corner Kicks8
1Offsides0
65%Ball Possession35%
3Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards1
1Goalkeeper Saves3
492Total passes259
420Passes accurate183
85%Passes %71%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for St Patrick's Athl. is 7.00, compared to — for Galway United. 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 Galway United's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of St Patrick's Athl. have contributed 28 goals and 17 assists this season, led by M. Melia (13G). Galway United'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

St Patrick's Athl. deploy 4 defenders rated 7.03 on average, against Galway United'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

St Patrick's Athl. field 5 midfielders averaging 6.95, versus Galway United's 4 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

St Patrick's Athl. start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.07, compared to 2 for Galway United 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 46% for St Patrick's Athl. and —% for Galway United. 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 39 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Galway United. 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 25.7 (youngest: M. Melia (18), oldest: C. Forrester (33)), while Galway United 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

St Patrick's Athl.'s starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 0 for Galway United. 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.4-3-2-14-4-2Galway United
GKDEFMIDFWD
94Anang21Sjoberg24Turner4Redmond11McClell.8Forrest.6Lennon10Leavy20Mulraney25Power9Melia1Clarke33Esua26Buckley4Slevin18Burns14Sivi34Bolger6Piesold20Keohane15Hickey27McGuinn.

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Substitutes

Coach: Johnathan Caulfield

St Patrick's Athl.Position StrengthGalway United
7.00
Avg Rating
7.05Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.03Defender (4 v 4)
5G 3A0G 0A
6.95Midfielder (5 v 4)
10G 11A0G 0A
7.07Forward (1 v 2)
13G 3A0G 0A
St Patrick's Athl.4-3-2-1
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
21DefenderA. Sjoberg7.01A
24DefenderL. Turner6.81G
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.32G1A
11DefenderJ. McClelland7.02G1A
8MidfielderC. Forrester7.14G3A
6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.01G1A
10MidfielderK. Leavy7.02G2A
20MidfielderJ. Mulraney6.71G2A
25MidfielderS. Power7.02G3A
9ForwardM. Melia7.113G3A
Galway United4-4-2
1GoalkeeperB. Clarke
33DefenderJ. Esua
26DefenderG. Buckley
4DefenderR. Slevin
18DefenderB. Burns
14MidfielderJ. Sivi
34MidfielderA. Bolger
6MidfielderA. Piesold
20MidfielderJ. Keohane
15ForwardP. Hickey
27ForwardD. McGuinness

Match Summary

St Patrick's Athl. and Galway United drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by D. Hurley 61′ (pen.), J. McClelland 72′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. St Patrick's Athl. had 65% possession while Galway United held 35%. St Patrick's Athl. had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Galway United. St Patrick's Athl. made 4 substitutions, Galway United made 4.

Rivalry since 2022

St Patrick's Athl. vs Galway United Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
St Patrick's Athl.
4
wins
Drawn
2
Galway United
3
wins
Total goals
22 · 2.4/match
Both scored
6/9 · 67%
Over 2.5
4/9 · 44%

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