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Cork City vs Drogheda United

Turners Cross, Cork28 March 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Cork City
Drogheda United
Kick Off
R. Keating

Penalty

33′
Half Time
46′
D. MarkeyL. Heeney
H. SkietersC. O'Sullivan
61′
62′
W. Davis

assist: L. Heeney

72′
W. DavisZ. Bawa
87′
J. BolgerK. Cruise
90+1′
T. OluwaD. Kareem
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal8
7Shots off Goal4
14Total Shots23
4Blocked Shots11
7Shots insidebox19
7Shots outsidebox4
9Fouls8
8Corner Kicks5
2Offsides1
64%Ball Possession36%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves3
438Total passes227
306Passes accurate126
70%Passes %56%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cork City is —, compared to 6.66 for Drogheda 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. Cork City's highest-rated starter is —, while Drogheda United's best-rated player is W. Davis (7.05).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Cork City have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Drogheda United's starters account for 8 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by W. Davis (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

Cork City deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Drogheda United's 3-man backline averaging 6.66. 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

Cork City field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Drogheda United's 5 rated 6.60. 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

Cork City start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Drogheda United 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 —% for Cork City and 59% for Drogheda 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

Cork City's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 21 for Drogheda 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 Cork City's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Drogheda United average 26.5 (youngest: W. Davis (20), oldest: R. Brennan (34)). 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

Cork City's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 13 for Drogheda 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.

Cork City3-4-1-23-4-1-2Drogheda United
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Troost18Mbeng23Anderson3Couto17Crowley16Murray4Shipston10Nolan27Skieters9Keating14Nelson45Dennison18Bolger22Keeley5Harper-.23Lambe17Farrell19Brennan3Kane7Markey11Oluwa24Davis

Substitutes

Coach: Gerard Nash

Substitutes

Coach: Kevin Doherty

Cork CityPosition StrengthDrogheda United
Avg Rating
6.66
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.51
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (3 v 3)6.66
0G 0A2G 1A
Midfielder (4 v 5)6.60
0G 0A3G 2A
Forward (3 v 2)7.05
0G 0A3G 0A
Cork City3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperT. Troost
18DefenderM. Mbeng
23DefenderF. Anderson
3DefenderB. Couto
17MidfielderD. Crowley
16MidfielderS. Murray
4MidfielderR. Shipston
10MidfielderA. Nolan
27ForwardH. Skieters
9ForwardR. Keating
14ForwardK. Nelson
Drogheda United3-4-1-2
45GoalkeeperL. Dennison6.5
18DefenderJ. Bolger6.4
22DefenderC. Keeley6.92G1A
5DefenderA. Harper-Bailey
23MidfielderO. Lambe
17MidfielderS. Farrell6.81G
19MidfielderR. Brennan6.51G1A
3MidfielderC. Kane6.6
11MidfielderT. Oluwa6.61G1A
7ForwardD. Markey
24ForwardW. Davis7.03G

Match Summary

Cork City and Drogheda United drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by R. Keating 33′ (pen.), W. Davis 62′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Cork City had 64% possession while Drogheda United held 36%. Cork City had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 23 (8 on target) for Drogheda United. Cork City made 1 substitutions, Drogheda United made 4.

Rivalry since 2023

Cork City vs Drogheda United Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Cork City
1
wins
Drawn
3
Drogheda United
3
wins
Total goals
17 · 2.4/match
Both scored
5/7 · 71%
Over 2.5
2/7 · 29%

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