Premier Division · Season 2025
Match Events
assist: A. O'Reilly
Match Statistics
Lineups
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Derry City is 6.80, compared to 7.03 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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. Derry City's highest-rated starter is M. Duffy (7.00), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is Z. Elbouzedi (7.28).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Derry City have contributed 5 goals and 2 assists this season, led by M. Duffy (5G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 9 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by K. Leavy (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Derry City deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 4-man backline averaging 6.91. 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
Derry City field 6 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 3 rated 7.09. 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
Derry City start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for St Patrick's Athl. averaging 7.28. 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 Derry City and 76% for St Patrick's Athl.. 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
Derry City's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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 Derry City's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: A. O'Reilly (24), oldest: C. Winchester (32)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 25.5 (youngest: K. Leavy (23), oldest: A. Breslin (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
Derry City's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 13 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Tiernan Lynch
Substitutes
Coach: Stephen Kenny
Match Summary
Derry City defeated St Patrick's Athl. 1:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by D. Mullen 48′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Derry City had 44% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 56%. Derry City had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Derry City made 5 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 5.
Derry City vs St Patrick's Athl. Head to Head Results
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