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Shelbourne vs Drogheda United

Tolka Park, Dublin19 May 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Shelbourne
Drogheda United
Kick Off
C. KearnsL. Healy
30′
Half Time
J. LunneyJ. Martin
65′
J. NorrisR. O'Kane
71′
H. WoodJ. O'Sullivan
72′
72′
W. DavisT. Oluwa
74′
S. FarrellD. Markey
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal3
10Shots off Goal5
15Total Shots11
3Blocked Shots3
7Shots insidebox4
8Shots outsidebox7
12Fouls7
4Corner Kicks5
3Offsides2
67%Ball Possession33%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
590Total passes271
485Passes accurate175
82%Passes %65%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Shelbourne is 6.94, compared to 6.70 for Drogheda 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. Shelbourne's highest-rated starter is H. Wood (7.24), while Drogheda United's best-rated player is W. Davis (7.05).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Shelbourne have contributed 20 goals and 16 assists this season, led by H. Wood (9G). Drogheda United's starters account for 7 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by W. Davis (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

Shelbourne deploy 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Drogheda United's 5-man backline averaging 6.69. 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

Shelbourne field 4 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Drogheda United's 3 rated 6.63. 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

Shelbourne start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.06, compared to 2 for Drogheda United averaging 7.05. 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 50% for Shelbourne and 61% for Drogheda 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

Shelbourne's starters have collected 35 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for Drogheda 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 Shelbourne's starting XI is 25.1 (youngest: E. Caffrey (22), oldest: S. Gannon (34)), while Drogheda United average 26.6 (youngest: W. Davis (20), oldest: R. Brennan (34)). 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

Shelbourne's starters average 31 league appearances each, versus 13 for Drogheda 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.

Shelbourne5-3-25-3-2Drogheda United
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Kearns27Caffrey2Gannon4Ledwidge3Wilson18Norris23McInroy6Lunney5Chapman7Wood11Odubeko45Dennison23Lambe2Ahui22Keeley4Quinn3Kane21Heeney19Brennan17Farrell10James-T.24Davis

Substitutes

Coach: Joseph Martin O'Brien

Substitutes

Coach: Kevin Doherty

ShelbournePosition StrengthDrogheda United
6.94
Avg Rating
6.70
6.93Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.51
0G 0A0G 0A
6.93Defender (4 v 5)6.69
2G 8A2G 2A
6.82Midfielder (4 v 3)6.63
2G 1A2G 1A
7.06Forward (2 v 2)7.05
16G 7A3G 0A
Shelbourne5-3-2
1GoalkeeperC. Kearns6.9
27DefenderE. Caffrey7.12G5A
2DefenderS. Gannon6.91A
4DefenderK. Ledwidge6.91A
18DefenderJ. Norris6.81A
3MidfielderT. Wilson
23MidfielderK. McInroy
6MidfielderJ. Lunney6.91G1A
5MidfielderE. Chapman6.81G
7ForwardH. Wood7.29G4A
11ForwardA. Odubeko6.97G3A
Drogheda United5-3-2
45GoalkeeperL. Dennison6.5
23DefenderO. Lambe
2DefenderE. Ahui
22DefenderC. Keeley6.92G1A
4DefenderA. Quinn6.61A
3DefenderC. Kane6.6
21MidfielderL. Heeney
19MidfielderR. Brennan6.51G1A
17MidfielderS. Farrell6.81G
10ForwardD. James-Taylor
24ForwardW. Davis7.03G

Match Summary

Shelbourne and Drogheda United drew 0:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. 3 yellow cards were shown. Shelbourne had 67% possession while Drogheda United held 33%. Shelbourne had 15 shots (2 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Drogheda United. Shelbourne made 4 substitutions, Drogheda United made 2.

Rivalry since 2019

Shelbourne vs Drogheda United Head to Head Results

22 stretnutí
Shelbourne
11
wins
Drawn
7
Drogheda United
4
wins
Total goals
67 · 3.0/match
Both scored
14/22 · 64%
Over 2.5
13/22 · 59%

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