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Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United

Tallaght Stadium, Dublin30 May 2025 at 20:00

Match Events

Shamrock Rovers
Galway United
Kick Off
Half Time
57′
G. CunninghamB. Burns
J. HonohanV. Ozhianvuna
59′
A. McEneffD. Mandroiu
60′
M. NoonanD. Watts
69′
J. ByrneA. Greene
69′
A. MatthewsR. Gaffney
76′
76′
D. HurleyC. McCormack
90′
M. DyerK. Brouder
90′
V. BordenS. Walsh
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal1
10Shots off Goal5
23Total Shots8
9Blocked Shots2
15Shots insidebox5
8Shots outsidebox3
6Fouls9
12Corner Kicks2
4Offsides4
72%Ball Possession28%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
642Total passes249
533Passes accurate159
83%Passes %64%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Shamrock Rovers is 6.94, compared to 6.95 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. Shamrock Rovers's highest-rated starter is M. Healy (7.36), while Galway United's best-rated player is D. Hurley (7.11).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Shamrock Rovers have contributed 16 goals and 6 assists this season, led by G. Burke (5G). Galway United's starters account for 2 goals and 4 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

Shamrock Rovers deploy 5 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Galway United's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Shamrock Rovers field 3 midfielders averaging 7.31, versus Galway United's 3 rated —. 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

Shamrock Rovers start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 3 for Galway United averaging 6.94. 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 81% for Shamrock Rovers and 58% 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

Shamrock Rovers's starters have collected 16 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 Shamrock Rovers's starting XI is 26.4 (youngest: M. Noonan (17), oldest: A. Matthews (33)), while Galway United average 24.0 (youngest: E. Watts (21), oldest: D. Hurley (27)). 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

Shamrock Rovers's starters average 13 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.

Shamrock Rovers5-3-24-3-3Galway United
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGinty21Grant3Matthews4Lopes27O'Sulli.2Honohan29Byrne17Healy8McEneff31Noonan10Burke16Watts33Esua26Buckley4Slevin8Cunning.15Hickey2Byrne17Borden10Hurley9Dyer24McCarthy

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Bradley

Substitutes

Coach: Johnathan Caulfield

Shamrock RoversPosition StrengthGalway United
6.94
Avg Rating
6.95
7.11Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.96
0G 0A0G 0A
6.83Defender (5 v 4)
5G 3A0G 0A
7.31Midfielder (3 v 3)
3G 3A0G 0A
6.71Forward (2 v 3)6.94
8G 0A2G 4A
Shamrock Rovers5-3-2
1GoalkeeperE. McGinty7.1
21DefenderD. Grant6.82G1A
3DefenderA. Matthews6.4
4DefenderR. Lopes7.23G
27DefenderC. O'Sullivan6.92A
2DefenderJ. Honohan
29MidfielderJ. Byrne7.31G3A
17MidfielderM. Healy7.42G
8MidfielderA. McEneff
31ForwardM. Noonan6.53G
10ForwardG. Burke6.95G
Galway United4-3-3
16GoalkeeperE. Watts7.0
33DefenderJ. Esua
26DefenderG. Buckley
4DefenderR. Slevin
8DefenderG. Cunningham
15MidfielderP. Hickey
2MidfielderC. Byrne
17MidfielderV. Borden
10ForwardD. Hurley7.12G4A
9ForwardM. Dyer
24ForwardE. McCarthy6.8

Match Summary

Shamrock Rovers and Galway United drew 0:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. 4 yellow cards were shown. Shamrock Rovers had 72% possession while Galway United held 28%. Shamrock Rovers had 23 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Galway United. Shamrock Rovers made 5 substitutions, Galway United made 4.

Rivalry since 2019

Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Shamrock Rovers
8
wins
Drawn
4
Galway United
0
wins
Total goals
21 · 1.8/match
Both scored
5/12 · 42%
Over 2.5
3/12 · 25%

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