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St Patrick S Athl vs Shelbourne

Richmond Park, Dublin4 April 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

St Patrick's Athl.
Shelbourne
Kick Off
37′
J. MartinA. Odubeko
Half Time
J. MulraneyJ. McClelland
62′
B. KavanaghK. Leavy
73′
73′
H. WoodA. Coote
J. LennonB. Baggley
90+1′
M. MeliaC. Carty
90+1′
90′
E. ChapmanJ. O'Sullivan
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
10Shots off Goal4
17Total Shots10
3Blocked Shots1
9Shots insidebox3
8Shots outsidebox7
6Fouls8
10Corner Kicks4
0Offsides4
51%Ball Possession49%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves4
460Total passes450
369Passes accurate365
80%Passes %81%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for St Patrick's Athl. is 7.10, compared to 6.93 for Shelbourne. 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 S. Hoare (7.35), while Shelbourne's best-rated player is H. Wood (7.24).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of St Patrick's Athl. have contributed 8 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Z. Elbouzedi (3G). Shelbourne's starters account for 21 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by H. Wood (9G). 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 7.11 on average, against Shelbourne's 5-man backline averaging 6.92. 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 3 midfielders averaging 7.07, versus Shelbourne's 3 rated 6.82. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 7.28, compared to 2 for Shelbourne averaging 7.04. 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 76% for St Patrick's Athl. and 48% for Shelbourne. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 43 for Shelbourne. 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 28.0 (youngest: J. Anang (25), oldest: C. Forrester (33)), while Shelbourne average 24.3 (youngest: L. Temple (20), oldest: M. Coyle (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

St Patrick's Athl.'s starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 29 for Shelbourne. 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.4-3-35-3-2Shelbourne
GKDEFMIDFWD
94Anang21Sjoberg4Redmond2Hoare3Breslin8Forrest.6Lennon14Kavanagh20Mulraney9Melia7Elbouze.1Kearns27Caffrey8Coyle24Temple4Ledwidge18Norris5Chapman6Lunney23McInroy10Martin7Wood

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Substitutes

Coach: Joseph Martin O'Brien

St Patrick's Athl.Position StrengthShelbourne
7.10
Avg Rating
6.93
6.99Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.93
0G 0A0G 0A
7.11Defender (4 v 5)6.92
2G 2A3G 8A
7.07Midfielder (3 v 3)6.82
3G 3A2G 1A
7.28Forward (3 v 2)7.04
3G 3A16G 5A
St Patrick's Athl.4-3-3
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
21DefenderA. Sjoberg
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.22A
2DefenderS. Hoare7.31G
3DefenderA. Breslin6.71G
8MidfielderC. Forrester7.02G1A
6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.21G2A
14MidfielderB. Kavanagh
20ForwardJ. Mulraney
9ForwardM. Melia
7ForwardZ. Elbouzedi7.33G3A
Shelbourne5-3-2
1GoalkeeperC. Kearns6.9
27DefenderE. Caffrey7.12G5A
8DefenderM. Coyle6.91G1A
24DefenderL. Temple6.9
4DefenderK. Ledwidge6.91A
18DefenderJ. Norris6.81A
5MidfielderE. Chapman6.81G
6MidfielderJ. Lunney6.91G1A
23MidfielderK. McInroy
10ForwardJ. Martin6.87G1A
7ForwardH. Wood7.29G4A

Match Summary

St Patrick's Athl. and Shelbourne drew 0:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. 4 yellow cards were shown. St Patrick's Athl. had 51% possession while Shelbourne held 49%. St Patrick's Athl. had 17 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Shelbourne. St Patrick's Athl. made 4 substitutions, Shelbourne made 3.

Rivalry since 2020

St Patrick's Athl. vs Shelbourne Head to Head Results

19 stretnutí
St Patrick's Athl.
9
wins
Drawn
2
Shelbourne
8
wins
Total goals
50 · 2.6/match
Both scored
8/19 · 42%
Over 2.5
10/19 · 53%

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