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Galway United vs St Patrick S Athl

Eamonn Deacy Park, Galway21 February 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Galway United
St Patrick's Athl.
Kick Off
P. Hickey

assist: J. Keohane

18′
P. Hickey

assist: J. Esua

25′
30′
A. Keena

assist: J. Mulraney

Half Time
46′
B. KavanaghM. Melia
M. DyerC. Byrne
70′
B. BurnsR. Donelon
71′
71′
Z. ElbouzediS. Power
D. HurleyV. Borden
81′
84′
A. BreslinA. Kazeem
84′
R. PalmerC. Forrester
86′
A. KeenaC. Carty
S. WalshM. Wilson
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal8
4Shots off Goal2
12Total Shots12
3Blocked Shots2
8Shots insidebox8
4Shots outsidebox4
17Fouls9
4Corner Kicks8
2Offsides2
34%Ball Possession66%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves3
220Total passes436
135Passes accurate336
61%Passes %77%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Galway United is 6.83, compared to 7.01 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. Galway United's highest-rated starter is D. Hurley (7.11), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is Z. Elbouzedi (7.28).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Galway United have contributed 6 goals and 7 assists this season, led by D. Hurley (2G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 12 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by R. Palmer (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Galway United deploy 3 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 4-man backline averaging 7.03. 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

Galway United field 5 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 3 rated 6.96. 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

Galway United start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.55, compared to 3 for St Patrick's Athl. averaging 7.05. 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 58% for Galway United and 73% 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

Galway United's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 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 Galway United's starting XI is 30.8 (youngest: K. Brouder (27), oldest: S. Walsh (35)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 25.5 (youngest: L. Turner (23), oldest: A. Breslin (28)). 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

Galway United's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 13 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.

Galway United3-5-24-3-3St Patrick's Athl.
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Clarke4Slevin5Brouder8Cunning.33Esua15Hickey10Hurley20Keohane18Burns7Walsh9Dyer94Anang23McLaugh.4Redmond24Turner3Breslin14Kavanagh19Baggley17Palmer7Elbouze.18Keena20Mulraney

Substitutes

Coach: Johnathan Caulfield

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Galway UnitedPosition StrengthSt Patrick's Athl.
6.83
Avg Rating
7.01
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.99
0G 0A0G 0A
6.77Defender (3 v 4)7.03
1G 0A3G 3A
6.99Midfielder (5 v 3)6.96
3G 5A3G 2A
6.55Forward (2 v 3)7.05
2G 2A6G 4A
Galway United3-5-2
1GoalkeeperB. Clarke
4DefenderR. Slevin
5DefenderK. Brouder6.81G
8DefenderG. Cunningham
33MidfielderJ. Esua
15MidfielderP. Hickey
10MidfielderD. Hurley7.12G4A
20MidfielderJ. Keohane6.91G1A
18MidfielderB. Burns
7ForwardS. Walsh6.52G2A
9ForwardM. Dyer
St Patrick's Athl.4-3-3
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
23DefenderR. McLaughlin
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.22A
24DefenderL. Turner7.12G1A
3DefenderA. Breslin6.71G
14MidfielderB. Kavanagh
19MidfielderB. Baggley7.01A
17MidfielderR. Palmer7.03G1A
7ForwardZ. Elbouzedi7.33G3A
18ForwardA. Keena6.83G1A
20ForwardJ. Mulraney

Match Summary

Galway United defeated St Patrick's Athl. 2:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by P. Hickey 18′, P. Hickey 25′, A. Keena 30′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Galway United had 34% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 66%. Galway United had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (8 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Galway United made 4 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 5.

Rivalry since 2022

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

11 stretnutí
Galway United
2
wins
Drawn
4
St Patrick's Athl.
5
wins
Total goals
26 · 2.4/match
Both scored
7/11 · 64%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

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