Drogheda United vs St Patrick's Athl. — Match Details

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Premier Division · Season 2021

Head in the Game Park, Drogheda14 May 2021 at 19:45

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Drogheda United

St Patrick's Athl.

Kick Off

7′J. Mountney

G. Deegan19′

21′J. Lennon

D. Massey

22′

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M. Doyle

45′

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Half Time

▲ J. Hyland▼ R. Murray

63′

▲ L. Heeney▼ J. Clarke

70′

▲ S. Bone▼ B. McCormack

D. O'Reilly72′

▲ D. Markey▼ J. Adeyemo

75′

Clancy T.79′

79′

▲ J. Lennon▼ N. Melvin-Lambert

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82′

N. Melvin-Lambert

85′M. Smith

C. Lyons85′

J. Adeyemo

88′

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Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Drogheda United is —, compared to 7.07 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. Drogheda United's highest-rated starter is —, while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is C. Forrester (7.10).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Drogheda United have contributed 22 goals and 0 assists this season, led by M. Doyle (13G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 5 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by C. Forrester (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Drogheda United field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 11 rated 7.07. 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.

Discipline

Drogheda United's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 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 Drogheda United's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: D. Odumosu (24), oldest: C. Lyons (31)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 30.0 (youngest: J. Lennon (27), 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

Drogheda United's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 29 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.

Drogheda UnitedPosition StrengthSt Patrick's Athl.

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Avg Rating

7.07

—Midfielder (11 v 11)7.07

22G 0A5G 4A

Drogheda United

23MidfielderD. Odumosu—

41MidfielderD. Massey—

5MidfielderD. O'Reilly—

2MidfielderJ. Brown—1G

3MidfielderC. Kane—1G

8MidfielderG. Deegan—

11MidfielderJ. Hyland—2G

7MidfielderD. Markey—

21MidfielderL. Heeney—1G

9MidfielderC. Lyons—4G

14MidfielderM. Doyle—13G

St Patrick's Athl.

1MidfielderV. Jaroš—

3MidfielderI. Bermingham—

5MidfielderL. Desmond—

4MidfielderS. Bone—

8MidfielderC. Forrester7.14G3A

2MidfielderJ. Mountney—

16MidfielderA. Lewis—

6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.01G1A

15MidfielderB. King—

12MidfielderM. Smith—

10MidfielderR. Coughlan—

Match Summary

Drogheda United defeated St Patrick's Athl. 3:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2021. Goals were scored by D. Massey 22′, M. Doyle 45′, N. Melvin-Lambert 82′, J. Adeyemo 88′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Drogheda United made 3 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 2.

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