Steve Feeney confident Sligo Rovers have what it takes to beat DLR Waves in cup meeting
DLR Waves are currently bottom of the league, but picked up their first win of the season a week-and-a-half ago when they were 1-0 winners over Rovers at The Showgrounds.
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Irish Daily Mirror
5 hours ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Shamrock Rovers missing key players through injury for Ballkani clash in Kosovo
Stephen Bradley is adamant Shamrock Rovers can reach another European League phase - by doing it the hard way. But the Hoops' cause in Kosovo on Thursday won't be helped by the absence of key figures from their will face Ballkani without Graham Burke, Jack Byrne, Matt Healy, Aaron McEneff and Trevor Clarke who all have injury Healy and Clarke are all registered in Rovers' squad that had to be submitted to UEFA for this tie, meaning they can feature in the home leg next week if Byrne and McEneff are not on the UEFA list, so they won't be available for the second-leg at Tallaght Bradley feels there is such strength in depth to his squad these days that the absence of those leading lights doesn't constitute an injury crisis. Their absence just opens the door for the likes of new midfielder Connor Malley - snapped up on loan from Sligo Rovers - who made his debut against Derry on Sunday. Click this link or scan the QR code to receive the latest League of Ireland news and top stories from the Irish Mirror. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . Bradley said in Kosovo: 'They're top players and if it was the last game of the season and you're going for the league, or a cup final, I'm sure they would all be available. Aaron McEneff, seen here in action against St Joseph's of Gibraltar in the previous round, is out of Shamrock Rovers' European game in Kosovo (Image: ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne) 'But we're in a position that we've got a really good squad and everybody's ready to play, and we don't need to take silly risks with players.'Last year, we had to do that. We were forced into that because of the injury situation and, as a result, we kept re-injuring the players.'That's not fair on them or the group or the team and right now, we're in a place where the squad is healthy and everybody's looking to play.'We don't need to take chances with players that have niggles or who are borderline fit. We don't need to take those chances and sit on a plane for three-and-a-half hours.'Rovers want to get back to the Conference League league phase, having reached the playoff round in February only to lose on penalties to having missed out on the Premier Division title last season, they don't have the benefit of the 'champions path' in Europe, currently being enjoyed by this tie, and Rovers will be sent packing but Bradley feels the experience his team has gained in Europe will stand to said: 'We knew it was going to be hard but our aim is to get into the group phase, the league phase. Can we do it? Time will tell, but for now it's about getting ready for a tough tie and getting through that.'Shamrock Rovers defender Dan Cleary echoed Bradley, by insisting the players can rise to the challenge of securing another prolonged run in said: 'We don't have the champions path, so it's everything or nothing. Mentally, it's obviously different, but we're still doing the same thing. 'We want to win tonight, bring it back to Tallaght next week and take them on. We can't look too far ahead because it's a big game tonight and these are a good side.' Get the latest sports headlines straight to your inbox by signing up for free email .
The 42
a day ago
- The 42
Ireland and Shamrock Rovers teenage star Ralph signs for Sheffield United
IRELAND UNDERAGE INTERNATIONAL Joy Ralph has signed for Sheffield United. The 19-year-old striker makes the move from Shamrock Rovers, joining the WSL 2 outfit on a one-year deal, with an option for a further year, for an undisclosed fee. Ralph, one of the brightest young talents in the Women's Premier Division, starred for DLR Waves before linking up with Rovers midway through the 2023 season. Advertisement The Dubliner scored 23 goals in 53 appearances for the Hoops across years; was nominated for Young Player of the Year and named in the PFA Ireland Women's Premier Division Team of the Year in 2024. 'I'm absolutely buzzing,' U19 international Ralph said upon signing her first professional contract. 'From being a young child I've always wanted to play professionally in England and to get this opportunity, I'm really, really grateful for it.' "It's been a bit hectic but I wouldn't want to have it any other way. Getting the tour of Bramall Lane, it's unbelievable, it's just breathtaking when you first walk in and I'm absolutely buzzing to step onto the pitch..." Joy Ralph on moving to the Blades 🎙️ — Sheffield United Women (@sufc_women) August 5, 2025 Head coach Ash Thompson added: 'We've been monitoring Joy closely for some time now and really pleased to have been able to get the deal done ahead of the new season. 'She's a tenacious and exciting young forward who has been a proven goal scorer in Ireland for a number of seasons now, and we only see her adding more competition and quality to our attacking options.' Rovers confirmed the move in a statement of their own. 'Everyone at the Club would like to thank Joy for her contribution to Shamrock Rovers over the past 24 months and wish her all the very best with the move to the UK.' It's the latest significant loss for the Hoops following the departures of Ruesha Littlejohn and Katie Keane last month. Keane's move to Leicester City was confirmed by the WSL club last night. Stephanie Zambra is in interim charge after Collie O'Neill recently stepped down.
RTÉ News
a day ago
- RTÉ News
Sligo Rovers successful in appealing Sam Sargeant's sending off against Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers' appeal against the red card issued to goalkeeper Sam Sargeant during last Saturday's Premier Division clash against Shelbourne has been successful. As a result, Sargeant will be eligible to play for the Bit O' Red in this weekend's league fixture at Richmond Park The 27-year-old netminder was sent off at the Showgrounds after he was adjudged to have handled the ball outside the box by referee Rob Harvey, although replays suggest it may have been on the line. The dismissal compounded a bad night for John Russell's side; their 2-0 defeat ended a five-match unbeaten run in all competitions. Today saw Sligo's appeal for the wrongful dismissal of their goalkeeper upheld by an an independent appeal committee of the FAI.
