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Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City

Tallaght Stadium, Dublin20 June 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Shamrock Rovers
Cork City
Kick Off
M. Noonan

assist: D. Mandroiu

6′
R. Lopes

assist: D. Watts

26′
M. Noonan

assist: T. Clarke

29′
Half Time
R. LopesJ. Honohan
46′
T. ClarkeM. Kovalevskis
46′
46′
K. NelsonC. Lyons
46′
M. DijksteelS. Murray
R. Gaffney

assist: D. Mandroiu

49′
D. MandroiuC. Barrett
52′
D. WattsG. O'Neill
53′
61′
M. MbengH. Nevin
61′
D. DanielsS. Maguire
65′
C. O'SullivanA. Nolan
69′
A. Nolan

assist: G. Bolger

D. GrantA. McEneff
73′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal3
5Shots off Goal7
15Total Shots12
2Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox8
6Shots outsidebox4
10Fouls10
7Corner Kicks1
3Offsides0
55%Ball Possession45%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
525Total passes432
476Passes accurate373
91%Passes %86%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Shamrock Rovers is 6.92, compared to — for Cork City. 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 R. Lopes (7.22), while Cork City's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Shamrock Rovers have contributed 10 goals and 3 assists this season, led by R. Lopes (3G). Cork City's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.99 on average, against Cork City'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 6.65, versus Cork City's 4 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 —, compared to 2 for Cork City averaging —. 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 79% for Shamrock Rovers and —% for Cork City. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Cork City. 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 25.6 (youngest: M. Noonan (17), oldest: R. Lopes (33)), while Cork City average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 10 league appearances each, versus 0 for Cork City. 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 Rovers5-3-24-4-2Cork City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGinty21Grant6Cleary4Lopes27O'Sulli.18Clarke26O'Sulli.31Noonan7Watts14Mandroiu20Gaffney1Troost18Mbeng23Anderson17Crowley20Fitzpat.11O'Sulli.6Bolger8McLaugh.14Nelson7Dijkste.29Daniels

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Bradley

Substitutes

Coach: Gerard Nash

Shamrock RoversPosition StrengthCork City
6.92
Avg Rating
7.11Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.99Defender (5 v 4)
5G 3A0G 0A
6.65Midfielder (3 v 4)
5G 0A0G 0A
Shamrock Rovers5-3-2
1GoalkeeperE. McGinty7.1
21DefenderD. Grant6.82G1A
6DefenderD. Cleary7.1
4DefenderR. Lopes7.23G
27DefenderC. O'Sullivan6.92A
18DefenderT. Clarke7.0
26MidfielderJ. O'Sullivan
31MidfielderM. Noonan6.53G
7MidfielderD. Watts6.82G
14ForwardD. Mandroiu
20ForwardR. Gaffney
Cork City4-4-2
1GoalkeeperT. Troost
18DefenderM. Mbeng
23DefenderF. Anderson
17DefenderD. Crowley
20DefenderJ. Fitzpatrick
11MidfielderC. O'Sullivan
6MidfielderG. Bolger
8MidfielderE. McLaughlin
14MidfielderK. Nelson
7ForwardM. Dijksteel
29ForwardD. Daniels

Match Summary

Shamrock Rovers defeated Cork City 4:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by M. Noonan 6′, R. Lopes 26′, M. Noonan 29′, R. Gaffney 49′, A. Nolan 69′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Shamrock Rovers had 55% possession while Cork City held 45%. Shamrock Rovers had 15 shots (8 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Cork City. Shamrock Rovers made 5 substitutions, Cork City made 5.

Rivalry since 2019

Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Shamrock Rovers
9
wins
Drawn
5
Cork City
1
wins
Total goals
46 · 3.1/match
Both scored
8/15 · 53%
Over 2.5
8/15 · 53%

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