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St Patrick S Athl vs Shamrock Rovers

Richmond Park, Dublin18 April 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

St Patrick's Athl.
Shamrock Rovers
Kick Off
Half Time
57′
D. WattsD. Nugent
63′
R. GaffneyM. Noonan
B. KavanaghK. Leavy
71′
J. McClellandJ. Mulraney
71′
78′
G. BurkeA. Greene
Z. ElbouzediB. Baggley
80′
A. BreslinR. McLaughlin
88′
A. SjobergC. Carty
88′
88′
L. Grace

assist: J. Byrne

90+1′Dan Cleary
J. Redmond

assist: J. Mulraney

90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
1Shots off Goal4
7Total Shots12
2Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox10
3Shots outsidebox2
10Fouls10
5Corner Kicks2
2Offsides3
53%Ball Possession47%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
421Total passes359
348Passes accurate291
83%Passes %81%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for St Patrick's Athl. is 7.04, compared to 7.07 for Shamrock Rovers. 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 Shamrock Rovers's best-rated player is M. Healy (7.36).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of St Patrick's Athl. have contributed 8 goals and 10 assists this season, led by Z. Elbouzedi (3G). Shamrock Rovers's starters account for 15 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by G. Burke (5G). 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 Shamrock Rovers's 3-man backline averaging 7.14. 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 Shamrock Rovers's 5 rated 7.04. 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 6.96, compared to 2 for Shamrock Rovers averaging 6.91. 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 82% for Shamrock Rovers. 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 for Shamrock Rovers. 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 Shamrock Rovers average 28.8 (youngest: M. Healy (23), oldest: R. Lopes (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

St Patrick's Athl.'s starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 12 for Shamrock Rovers. 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.4-3-33-5-2Shamrock Rovers
GKDEFMIDFWD
94Anang21Sjoberg4Redmond2Hoare3Breslin8Forrest.6Lennon14Kavanagh7Elbouze.9Melia11McClell.1McGinty6Cleary4Lopes5Grace21Grant29Byrne17Healy7Watts2Honohan10Burke20Gaffney

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Bradley

St Patrick's Athl.Position StrengthShamrock Rovers
7.04
Avg Rating
7.07
6.99Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.11
0G 0A0G 0A
7.11Defender (4 v 3)7.14
2G 2A3G 0A
7.07Midfielder (3 v 5)7.04
3G 3A7G 4A
6.96Forward (3 v 2)6.91
3G 5A5G 0A
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
7ForwardZ. Elbouzedi7.33G3A
9ForwardM. Melia
11ForwardJ. McClelland6.62A
Shamrock Rovers3-5-2
1GoalkeeperE. McGinty7.1
6DefenderD. Cleary7.1
4DefenderR. Lopes7.23G
5DefenderL. Grace7.1
21MidfielderD. Grant6.82G1A
29MidfielderJ. Byrne7.31G3A
17MidfielderM. Healy7.42G
7MidfielderD. Watts6.82G
2MidfielderJ. Honohan
10ForwardG. Burke6.95G
20ForwardR. Gaffney

Match Summary

St Patrick's Athl. and Shamrock Rovers drew 2:2. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by M. Melia 32′, J. Byrne 37′, L. Grace 88′, J. Redmond 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. St Patrick's Athl. had 53% possession while Shamrock Rovers held 47%. St Patrick's Athl. had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for Shamrock Rovers. St Patrick's Athl. made 5 substitutions, Shamrock Rovers made 3.

Rivalry since 2019

St Patrick's Athl. vs Shamrock Rovers Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
St Patrick's Athl.
5
wins
Drawn
7
Shamrock Rovers
17
wins
Total goals
65 · 2.2/match
Both scored
12/29 · 41%
Over 2.5
12/29 · 41%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 32 v 2023

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