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Galway United vs St Patrick S Athl

Eamonn Deacy Park, Galway20 June 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Galway United
St Patrick's Athl.
Kick Off
E. McCarthy

assist: E. Watts

2′
33′
S. Power

assist: A. Sjoberg

R. Slevin

assist: D. Hurley

35′
Half Time
46′
T. GrivostiS. Hoare
M. DyerM. Shaw
71′
71′
A. KeenaC. Forrester
71′
A. SjobergB. Kavanagh
G. CunninghamB. Burns
82′
82′
B. BaggleyC. Carty
87′
J. McClellandA. Kazeem
E. McCarthyK. Brouder
90+1′
V. BordenS. Walsh
90+1′
D. HurleyC. McCormack
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal11
4Shots off Goal7
15Total Shots22
5Blocked Shots4
10Shots insidebox13
5Shots outsidebox9
17Fouls9
8Corner Kicks9
2Offsides1
34%Ball Possession66%
4Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
10Goalkeeper Saves3
220Total passes422
138Passes accurate330
63%Passes %78%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Galway United is 6.95, compared to 6.98 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. Galway United's highest-rated starter is D. Hurley (7.11), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is Z. Elbouzedi (7.28).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Galway United have contributed 2 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Hurley (2G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 7 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by Z. Elbouzedi (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

Galway United deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 4-man backline averaging 6.87. 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

Galway United field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 4 rated 7.13. 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

Galway United start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.94, compared to 2 for St Patrick's Athl. averaging 6.83. 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 58% for Galway United and 75% 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

Galway United's starters have collected 7 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 Galway United's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: E. Watts (21), oldest: D. Hurley (27)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 25.9 (youngest: B. Baggley (23), oldest: J. McClelland (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

Galway United's starters average 16 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.

Galway United4-3-34-4-2St Patrick's Athl.
GKDEFMIDFWD
16Watts33Esua26Buckley4Slevin8Cunning.17Borden2Byrne15Hickey10Hurley9Dyer24McCarthy94Anang21Sjoberg4Redmond5Grivosti11McClell.7Elbouze.6Lennon19Baggley25Power9Melia18Keena

Substitutes

Coach: Johnathan Caulfield

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Galway UnitedPosition StrengthSt Patrick's Athl.
6.95
Avg Rating
6.98
6.96Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.99
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.87
0G 0A0G 4A
Midfielder (3 v 4)7.13
0G 0A4G 6A
6.94Forward (3 v 2)6.83
2G 4A3G 1A
Galway United4-3-3
16GoalkeeperE. Watts7.0
33DefenderJ. Esua
26DefenderG. Buckley
4DefenderR. Slevin
8DefenderG. Cunningham
17MidfielderV. Borden
2MidfielderC. Byrne
15MidfielderP. Hickey
10ForwardD. Hurley7.12G4A
9ForwardM. Dyer
24ForwardE. McCarthy6.8
St Patrick's Athl.4-4-2
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
21DefenderA. Sjoberg
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.22A
5DefenderT. Grivosti6.8
11DefenderJ. McClelland6.62A
7MidfielderZ. Elbouzedi7.33G3A
6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.21G2A
19MidfielderB. Baggley7.01A
25MidfielderS. Power
9ForwardM. Melia
18ForwardA. Keena6.83G1A

Match Summary

Galway United defeated St Patrick's Athl. 3:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by E. McCarthy 2′, D. Hurley 11′, S. Power 33′, R. Slevin 35′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Galway United had 34% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 66%. Galway United had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 22 (11 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Galway United made 5 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 5.

Rivalry since 2022

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

11 stretnutí
Galway United
2
wins
Drawn
4
St Patrick's Athl.
5
wins
Total goals
25 · 2.3/match
Both scored
7/11 · 64%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

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