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St Patrick S Athl vs Galway United

Richmond Park, Dublin2 May 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

St Patrick's Athl.
Galway United
Kick Off
K. Leavy

assist: A. Keena

32′
33′
S. WalshS. Kerrigan
Z. Elbouzedi

assist: M. Melia

38′
Half Time
A. KeenaS. Power
55′
Z. ElbouzediR. McLaughlin
70′
A. KazeemL. Turner
79′
M. MeliaC. Carty
79′
86′
G. BuckleyC. Tollett
90+3′
M. Wilson
90+3′
C. ByrneC. McCormack
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal7
4Shots off Goal16
12Total Shots26
5Blocked Shots3
5Shots insidebox17
7Shots outsidebox9
12Fouls12
3Corner Kicks5
0Offsides2
54%Ball Possession46%
5Yellow Cards4
1Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves1
457Total passes380
367Passes accurate299
80%Passes %79%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for St Patrick's Athl. is 7.12, compared to 6.81 for Galway 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. St Patrick's Athl.'s highest-rated starter is S. Hoare (7.35), while Galway United's best-rated player is D. Hurley (7.11).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of St Patrick's Athl. have contributed 14 goals and 12 assists this season, led by K. Leavy (4G). Galway United's starters account for 5 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by D. Hurley (2G). 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 7.29 on average, against Galway United's 3-man backline averaging 6.77. 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 7.09, versus Galway United's 5 rated 7.11. 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 7.05, compared to 2 for Galway United averaging 6.55. 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 75% for St Patrick's Athl. and 55% for Galway 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

St Patrick's Athl.'s starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Galway 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 St Patrick's Athl.'s starting XI is 27.1 (youngest: K. Leavy (23), oldest: C. Forrester (33)), while Galway United average 29.7 (youngest: K. Brouder (27), oldest: S. Walsh (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

St Patrick's Athl.'s starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 16 for Galway 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.

St Patrick's Athl.4-3-33-5-2Galway United
GKDEFMIDFWD
94Anang21Sjoberg4Redmond2Hoare30Kazeem8Forrest.6Lennon10Leavy7Elbouze.9Melia18Keena1Clarke26Buckley5Brouder4Slevin33Esua2Byrne15Hickey10Hurley18Burns7Walsh9Dyer

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Substitutes

Coach: Johnathan Caulfield

St Patrick's Athl.Position StrengthGalway United
7.12
Avg Rating
6.81
6.99Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.29Defender (4 v 3)6.77
1G 2A1G 0A
7.09Midfielder (3 v 5)7.11
7G 6A2G 4A
7.05Forward (3 v 2)6.55
6G 4A2G 2A
St Patrick's Athl.4-3-3
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
21DefenderA. Sjoberg
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.22A
2DefenderS. Hoare7.31G
30DefenderA. Kazeem
8MidfielderC. Forrester7.02G1A
6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.21G2A
10MidfielderK. Leavy7.24G3A
7ForwardZ. Elbouzedi7.33G3A
9ForwardM. Melia
18ForwardA. Keena6.83G1A
Galway United3-5-2
1GoalkeeperB. Clarke
26DefenderG. Buckley
5DefenderK. Brouder6.81G
4DefenderR. Slevin
33MidfielderJ. Esua
2MidfielderC. Byrne
15MidfielderP. Hickey
10MidfielderD. Hurley7.12G4A
18MidfielderB. Burns
7ForwardS. Walsh6.52G2A
9ForwardM. Dyer

Match Summary

St Patrick's Athl. defeated Galway United 2:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by K. Leavy 32′, Z. Elbouzedi 38′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. St Patrick's Athl. had 54% possession while Galway United held 46%. St Patrick's Athl. had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 26 (7 on target) for Galway United. St Patrick's Athl. made 4 substitutions, Galway United made 4.

Rivalry since 2022

St Patrick's Athl. vs Galway United Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
St Patrick's Athl.
4
wins
Drawn
4
Galway United
3
wins
Total goals
27 · 2.5/match
Both scored
8/11 · 73%
Over 2.5
5/11 · 45%

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