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Sligo Rovers vs St Patrick S Athl

Showgrounds, Sligo27 September 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Sligo Rovers
St Patrick's Athl.
Kick Off
Half Time
68′
J. GarrickB. Kavanagh
68′
A. SjobergJ. Mulraney
C. KavanaghW. Waweru
69′
S. StewartK. McDonagh
69′
J. McManusM. Wolfe
77′
E. AgbajeC. Reynolds
77′
80′
B. BaggleyC. Carty
C. HarkinD. Patton
82′
88′
T. GrivostiL. Turner
88′
J. McClellandA. Kazeem
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
2Shots off Goal6
8Total Shots16
2Blocked Shots8
7Shots insidebox7
1Shots outsidebox9
15Fouls13
4Corner Kicks11
1Offsides2
44%Ball Possession56%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
350Total passes446
263Passes accurate362
75%Passes %81%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sligo Rovers is 6.85, 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. Sligo Rovers's highest-rated starter is S. Sargeant (7.26), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is J. Redmond (7.24).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sligo Rovers have contributed 6 goals and 3 assists this season, led by W. Fitzgerald (4G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 5 goals and 10 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

Sligo Rovers deploy 4 defenders rated 6.82 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

Sligo Rovers field 5 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 4 rated 7.06. 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

Sligo Rovers start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 2 for St Patrick's Athl. averaging 7.15. 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 65% for Sligo Rovers and 77% 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

Sligo Rovers's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 Sligo Rovers's starting XI is 23.3 (youngest: G. McElroy (18), oldest: C. Harkin (29)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 25.3 (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

Sligo Rovers's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 14 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.

Sligo Rovers4-2-3-14-4-2St Patrick's Athl.
GKDEFMIDFWD
29Sargeant2Agbaje52McElroy5McClean3Stewart10Harkin16McManus47Elding8Hakiki7Fitzger.11Kavanagh94Anang21Sjoberg4Redmond5Grivosti11McClell.25Power6Lennon19Baggley22Garrick10Leavy9Melia

Substitutes

Coach: John Russell

Substitutes

Coach: Stephen Kenny

Sligo RoversPosition StrengthSt Patrick's Athl.
6.85
Avg Rating
6.98
7.26Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.99
0G 0A0G 0A
6.82Defender (4 v 4)6.87
0G 0A0G 4A
6.82Midfielder (5 v 4)7.06
5G 2A1G 3A
6.63Forward (1 v 2)7.15
1G 1A4G 3A
Sligo Rovers4-2-3-1
29GoalkeeperS. Sargeant7.3
2DefenderE. Agbaje
52DefenderG. McElroy6.9
5DefenderP. McClean
3DefenderS. Stewart6.8
10MidfielderC. Harkin6.6
16MidfielderJ. McManus7.1
47MidfielderO. Elding
8MidfielderJ. Hakiki6.51G
7MidfielderW. Fitzgerald7.04G2A
11ForwardC. Kavanagh6.61G1A
St Patrick's Athl.4-4-2
94GoalkeeperJ. Anang7.0
21DefenderA. Sjoberg
4DefenderJ. Redmond7.22A
5DefenderT. Grivosti6.8
11DefenderJ. McClelland6.62A
25MidfielderS. Power
6MidfielderJ. Lennon7.21G2A
19MidfielderB. Baggley7.01A
22MidfielderJ. Garrick
10ForwardK. Leavy7.24G3A
9ForwardM. Melia

Match Summary

Sligo Rovers defeated St Patrick's Athl. 1:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by J. Hakiki 19′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sligo Rovers had 44% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 56%. Sligo Rovers had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 16 (2 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Sligo Rovers made 5 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 5.

Rivalry since 2019

Sligo Rovers vs St Patrick's Athl. Head to Head Results

28 stretnutí
Sligo Rovers
7
wins
Drawn
5
St Patrick's Athl.
16
wins
Total goals
65 · 2.3/match
Both scored
11/28 · 39%
Over 2.5
10/28 · 36%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 43 v 2025

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