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Shelbourne vs Cork City

Tolka Park, Dublin14 March 2025 at 19:45
11
Referee: R. Harvey

Match Events

Shelbourne
Cork City
Kick Off
Half Time
H. WoodE. Caffrey
46′
E. ChapmanA. Odubeko
46′
J. NorrisR. O'Kane
67′
73′
K. NelsonJ. Fitzpatrick
79′
S. MurrayA. Healy
A. CooteJ. Martin
81′
J. LunneyM. Coyle
81′
90+3′
A. NolanH. Skieters
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal2
19Total Shots8
9Blocked Shots2
11Shots insidebox5
8Shots outsidebox3
9Fouls9
5Corner Kicks5
3Offsides0
60%Ball Possession40%
0Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
545Total passes343
441Passes accurate257
81%Passes %75%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Shelbourne is 6.92, compared to — 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. Shelbourne's highest-rated starter is H. Wood (7.24), while Cork City's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Shelbourne have contributed 16 goals and 8 assists this season, led by H. Wood (9G). Cork City'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

Shelbourne deploy 4 defenders rated 6.88 on average, against Cork City's 3-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

Shelbourne field 5 midfielders averaging 7.01, versus Cork City'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

Shelbourne start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.76, compared to 3 for Cork City 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 51% for Shelbourne 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

Shelbourne's starters have collected 35 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 Shelbourne's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: J. Norris (22), oldest: S. Gannon (34)), while Cork City 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

Shelbourne's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 0 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.

Shelbourne4-4-23-4-1-2Cork City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Kearns2Gannon29Barrett4Ledwidge18Norris14Coote23McInroy6Lunney7Wood5Chapman9Boyd1Troost18Mbeng23Anderson5Lyons17Crowley16Murray4Shipston3Couto14Nelson9Keating10Nolan

Substitutes

Coach: Joseph Martin O'Brien

Substitutes

Coach: Gerard Nash

ShelbournePosition StrengthCork City
6.92
Avg Rating
6.93Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.88Defender (4 v 3)
0G 3A0G 0A
7.01Midfielder (5 v 4)
15G 5A0G 0A
6.76Forward (1 v 3)
1G 0A0G 0A
Shelbourne4-4-2
1GoalkeeperC. Kearns6.9
2DefenderS. Gannon6.91A
29DefenderP. Barrett6.9
4DefenderK. Ledwidge6.91A
18DefenderJ. Norris6.81A
14MidfielderA. Coote6.95G
23MidfielderK. McInroy
6MidfielderJ. Lunney6.91G1A
7MidfielderH. Wood7.29G4A
9MidfielderS. Boyd
5ForwardE. Chapman6.81G
Cork City3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperT. Troost
18DefenderM. Mbeng
23DefenderF. Anderson
5DefenderC. Lyons
17MidfielderD. Crowley
16MidfielderS. Murray
4MidfielderR. Shipston
3MidfielderB. Couto
14ForwardK. Nelson
9ForwardR. Keating
10ForwardA. Nolan

Match Summary

Shelbourne and Cork City drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by R. Keating 50′, E. Caffrey 70′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Shelbourne had 60% possession while Cork City held 40%. Shelbourne had 19 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Cork City. Shelbourne made 5 substitutions, Cork City made 3.

Rivalry since 2020

Shelbourne vs Cork City Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Shelbourne
11
wins
Drawn
2
Cork City
0
wins
Total goals
33 · 2.5/match
Both scored
8/13 · 62%
Over 2.5
6/13 · 46%

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

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