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Cork City vs Shamrock Rovers

Turners Cross, Cork2 May 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Cork City
Shamrock Rovers
Kick Off
Half Time
R. ShipstonH. Nevin
63′
74′
R. GaffneyG. Burke
74′
A. GreeneM. Noonan
F. Anderson

assist: D. Daniels

74′
82′
J. HonohanV. Ozhianvuna
D. DanielsA. Nolan
85′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal8
4Shots off Goal3
11Total Shots15
4Blocked Shots4
1Shots insidebox11
10Shots outsidebox4
11Fouls14
3Corner Kicks4
1Offsides0
34%Ball Possession66%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves2
298Total passes593
212Passes accurate492
71%Passes %83%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cork City is —, compared to 7.04 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. Cork City's highest-rated starter is —, while Shamrock Rovers's best-rated player is M. Healy (7.36).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Cork City have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Shamrock Rovers's starters account for 10 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by R. Lopes (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 4 defenders rated — on average, against Shamrock Rovers's 5-man backline averaging 6.99. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Shamrock Rovers's 3 rated 7.31. 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 Shamrock Rovers averaging 6.65. 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 80% 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

Cork City's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 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 Cork City's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Shamrock Rovers average 28.0 (youngest: C. O'Sullivan (19), oldest: A. Greene (35)). 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 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.

Cork City4-3-35-3-2Shamrock Rovers
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Troost17Crowley23Anderson5Lyons19Kiernan16Murray4Shipston8McLaugh.11O'Sulli.29Daniels14Nelson1McGinty21Grant27O'Sulli.4Lopes5Grace2Honohan29Byrne17Healy26O'Sulli.20Gaffney9Greene

Substitutes

Coach: Gerard Nash

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Bradley

Cork CityPosition StrengthShamrock Rovers
Avg Rating
7.04
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.11
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 5)6.99
0G 0A5G 3A
Midfielder (3 v 3)7.31
0G 0A3G 3A
Forward (3 v 2)6.65
0G 0A2G 0A
Cork City4-3-3
1GoalkeeperT. Troost
17DefenderD. Crowley
23DefenderF. Anderson
5DefenderC. Lyons
19DefenderM. Kiernan
16MidfielderS. Murray
4MidfielderR. Shipston
8MidfielderE. McLaughlin
11ForwardC. O'Sullivan
29ForwardD. Daniels
14ForwardK. Nelson
Shamrock Rovers5-3-2
1GoalkeeperE. McGinty7.1
21DefenderD. Grant6.82G1A
27DefenderC. O'Sullivan6.92A
4DefenderR. Lopes7.23G
5DefenderL. Grace7.1
2DefenderJ. Honohan
29MidfielderJ. Byrne7.31G3A
17MidfielderM. Healy7.42G
26MidfielderJ. O'Sullivan
20ForwardR. Gaffney
9ForwardA. Greene6.72G

Match Summary

Cork City and Shamrock Rovers drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by R. Gaffney 17′, F. Anderson 74′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Cork City had 34% possession while Shamrock Rovers held 66%. Cork City had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 15 (8 on target) for Shamrock Rovers. Cork City made 2 substitutions, Shamrock Rovers made 3.

Rivalry since 2019

Cork City vs Shamrock Rovers Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Cork City
1
wins
Drawn
4
Shamrock Rovers
10
wins
Total goals
49 · 3.3/match
Both scored
8/15 · 53%
Over 2.5
9/15 · 60%

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