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Irish Examiner
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
James Clarke brace gets Bohs back to winning ways against Galway
LOI Premier Division: Bohemians 3 Galway United 0 Douglas James-Taylor's cracking first goal for Bohemians was eclipsed by a brace from in-form James Clarke as Bohemians got back to winning ways on a sweltering night at Dalymount Park. Following back-to-back draws, Alan Reynolds' Gypsies thus emphatically avenged a home defeat to the Tribesmen back in March to leapfrog Derry City into second place in the table, overnight at least. Galway, who've now won just twice in 12 games since the heights of second place themselves at the end of April, drop to eighth place. Kicking off in stifling 27 degree heat, Bohemians survived a couple of early let offs, when Malcolm Shaw and David Hurley threatened, to settle and produce the game's first real chance on 12 minutes. Clarke showed clever feat on the edge of the visitors' area to cut inside Jeannot Esua before bringing a fine diving save from Evan Watts. There were home appeals for a penalty not entertained soon after that when Ross Tierney went to ground under a challenge from Galway defender Rob Burns. Galway continued to worry the Bohemians defence when they got forward, Jordan Flores having to make a brave block on a thumping drive from Shaw. The Trinidad and Tobago international then went for the spectacular when meeting Esua's cross with an overhead kick that arrowed wide. Bohemians finished a generally dour first half on the front foot, James-Taylor having a shot deflected just past a post for a corner. But the Gypsies' new signing made no such mistake to finally spark the game to life two minutes into the second half. Collecting substitute Leigh Kavanagh's ball some 25 yards out, the former Drogheda striker was given far to much time and space by the Galway rearguard to turn and drive a terrific shot to the corner of the net off his right foot. Eight minutes later James-Taylor dovetailed with strike partner Clarke who bustled his way forward to bring a second terrific save from Watts. Rob Slevin kept Galway in the game with a block from Adam McDonnell after Clarke marauded down the left before Bohemians deservedly doubled their lead on 62 minutes. McDonnell found the run of skipper Dawson Devoy whose low cross picked out Clarke who nonchalantly side-footed home. Clarke then capped his man-of-the-match display with a stunning second goal on 72 minutes. Collecting another Devoy pass, the 24-year-old cut inside substitute Garry Buckley before curling a right-footed shot past Watts to the far corner of the net to make it four goals in four games for the attacking midfielder. Bohs goalkeeper Kacper Chorazka frustrated Galway late on with saves from substitutes Axel Piesold and Cillian Tollett as no consolation was forthcoming. BOHEMIANS: Chorazka; Byrne, Cornwall (Kavanagh, 39), Flores; Rooney (Mountney, 84), Morahan, Devoy, McDonnell (Buckley, 77); Tierney (Whelan, 77); Clarke, James-Taylor (Parsons, 84). GALWAY UNITED: Watts; Esua, Slevin, Cunningham (Piesold, 67), Burns; Hurley (Brouder, 67), Borden (Buckley, 67), Bolger (Thiam 77), McCarthy (Tollett, 83); Walsh; Shaw. Referee: Rob Harvey (Dublin). Attendance: 4,151.
Irish Daily Mirror
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Douglas James-Taylor and James Clarke on the scoresheet as Bohs defeat Galway
Bohemians 3-0 Galway United Douglas James-Taylor announced himself to the Dalymount Park faithful on Friday night in style - but his strike partner James Clarke stole the headlines with a classy brace. Clarke now has four goals in his last four games, and six for the season. He could have had another couple, but for some fine first-half goalkeeping by Galway United shot-stopper Evan Watts. READ MORERory McIlroy fires warning as PGA Tour star opens up after granting Erica Stoll her wish Bohs were the better side in a first-half that struggled to catch fire on the hottest day of the year so far. Galway's penalty area resembled any one of their county's golden beaches on such a glorious day, with barely any free space for a frustrated home attack to create scoring opportunities. It was a different story shortly after the break, however, after James-Taylor broke the deadlock, with a stunning long-range drive on the spin. Suddenly gaps appeared and Clarke was only to happy to capitalise, with a pair of excellent finishes. Such a comfortable margin of victory looked unlikely at the break. Galway had been to Dalymount already this season and their win, courtesy of goals from recent departure Moses Dyer, compounded the pressure on Alan Reynolds. What a contrast it is now for the Bohemians boss. He will have enjoyed that second-half display, and the early impact of his big summer signing. On his home debut, and his second appearance for Bohemians, the former Drogheda United man benefited from a static Galway defence, as he collected a pass from Leigh Kavanagh. With his back to goal, he turned and seized on the space in front of him, as a flat-footed former Ireland defender Greg Cunningham failed to push up. James-Taylor let fly from 20 yards and buried the ball low inside the left-hand corner. Dalyer erupted. Cunningham was outpaced and outmuscled by Clarke soon after, and the Bohs forward sprinted into the area, and saw his far-post curler touched behind by a flying Watts save. The keeper wouldn't be so fortunate later in the game. But first, Clarke doubled the Gypsies' lead just after the hour with as casual a finish as you like. Adam McDonnell fed the ball to Dawson Devoy, he pulled the ball back and the forward nonchalantly side-footed the ball into the net. Watts didn't have time to react, so quick was Clarke to execute the finish. Bohs went three-up in the 72nd minute and Clarke finally got his Thierry Henry-style finish inch-perfect. He cut inside from the left, past Galway substitute Garry Buckley, and he curled a beauty inside the far post. Bohs are now second in the table, eight points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers but with a game in hand. And while Derry City could overtake them this evening when they face Sligo Rovers, it's a strong position in which Reynolds' men find themselves. But for the first half at least, it looked like they might be left to rue dropped points. They had a couple of half-chances as Galway crowded their area. Clarke was taken by surprise when Rob Slevin swung and missed McDonnell's low cross on 10 minutes, and the ball bounced off his shins and to safety. Watts tipped the first of Clarke's three curling efforts around his upright three minutes later, while Rooney fired over from 20 yards. It looked as though long-range efforts would be the way to go for Bohs, while Galway's Trinidad and Tobago international striker was just a yard wide of the target with a spectacular overhead kick midway through the half. Shaw looked dangerous, but was feeding off scraps, while James-Taylor's deflected effort clipped the Galway upright shortly before half-time. The real action was reserved for after the break, and Bohs fans celebrated another big win with their players as the sun set behind the School End. Bohemians: Kacper Chorazka 7; Cian Byrne 7, Rob Cornwall 6 (Leigh Kavanagh 39, 7), Jordan Flores 6; Dawson Devoy 7, Niall Morahan 7, Adam McDonnell 7 (Keith Buckley 76), Ross Tierney 6 (Colm Whelan 76); James Clarke 8, Douglas James-Taylor 8 (Connor Parsons 84), Dayle Rooney 6 (John Mountney 84). Galway United: Evan Watts 7; Jeannot Esua 6, Rob Slevin 6, Greg Cunningham 5 (Axel Piesold 67, 6), Robert Burns 6; Aaron Bolger 6 (Kelende Abdine Thiam 77), Vincent Borden 6 (Garry Buckley 67, 6); David Hurley 6 (Killan Brouder 67, 6), Stephen Walsh 7, Ed McCarthy 6 (Cillian Tollett 84); Malcolm Shaw 7. Referee: Rob Harvey (Dublin).
The 42
01-07-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Bohs sign Douglas James-Taylor following Drogheda exit
BOHEMIANS HAVE BOOSTED their League of Ireland Premier Division challenge with the signing of striker Douglas James-Taylor on multi-year deal. James-Taylor, 23, scored 15 goals in all competitions during his year on loan at Drogheda United from League Two Walsall. Advertisement His contract with Walsall expired on 1 July, and having turned down what Drogheda described as 'a significant offer' for a permanent move, James-Taylor has opted instead for Dalymount Park. Bohs boss Alan Reynolds hailed his new recruit as 'a really exciting signing'. 'Dougie is an extremely talented player and our fans will be aware of the pedigree he will bring having seen the immediate impact he has had in the league over the past 12 months. 'He's one we have kept an eye on for some time now, so we are delighted to get it over the line. He's ideal for what we are looking for, he fits the age profile of players we are trying to bring to the club, and adds serious competition to the squad at that end of the pitch. 'I am confident that he will prove to be a really important player for the club and one that the fans really take to. We can't wait to get working with him.'
Irish Daily Mirror
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Bohemians complete permanent deal for Douglas James-Taylor
Bohemians believe Douglas James-Taylor will be a 'really important player' in their bid to force a title race this season. The striker has ended speculation over his future by signing for the Gypsies on a multi-year deal from Walsall. But it is a significant blow for Drogheda United as James-Taylor spent the last year on loan with Kevin Doherty's men, winning the FAI Cup last season and scoring in the final. Last season, the 23-year-old scored six goals in 14 league games after joining in July, and he smashed seven FAI Cup goals in five games. Bohs boss Alan Reynolds was keen to bolster his attacking options with neither Colm Whelan nor Lys Mousset able to make the desired impact. 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. The Gypsies have deployed midfielder James Clarke as a false nine of late but Reynolds will hope that James-Taylor can hit the ground running at Dalymount Park. The Bohs boss said: 'This is a really exciting signing for the club. Dougie is an extremely talented player and our fans will be aware of the pedigree he will bring having seen the immediate impact he has had in the league over the past 12 months. 'He's one we have kept an eye on for some time now, so we are delighted to get it over the line. 'He's ideal for what we are looking for, he fits the age profile of players we are trying to bring to the club, and adds serious competition to the squad at that end of the pitch. 'I'm confident that he will prove to be a really important player for the club and one that the fans really take to. We can't wait to get working with him.' James-Taylor had options in England but is happy to commit his future to Bohemians, who are third in the league, 11 points off Shamrock Rovers with two games in hand. The Englishman said: 'It's a pleasure to be here. I knew Ross Tierney from Walsall and he spoke so highly of the club, and I know from being in the league now for a year how big a club this is. 'It's a massive opportunity for me to play for this club. I was nearing the end of my contract at Walsall, a few clubs began speaking to my agent and Bohs was the one that stood out for me.' And James-Taylor added: 'I can't wait to get going. Bohs move the ball really well, they're fit lads, and I think this is a good fit for me. 'Meeting Rennie, Stevie O'Donnell and some of the staff, you realise how much they have invested in this, and how there is a plan about building towards something. 'I'm big on visualisation. When I met them, saw the training schedule and where I'd be, this just felt right.' Get the latest sports headlines straight to your inbox by signing up for free email.
The Irish Sun
01-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Douglas James-Taylor looking forward to being ‘on other side of possession' following his move to Bohemians
BOHEMIANS have confirmed the signing of Douglas James-Taylor with the striker joking he was looking forward to having the ball at Dalymount Park. But the loss of the striker is another major blow for Drogheda United. Advertisement 2 The former Stoke City, Salford and Walsall forward joins Bohs on a multi-year contract 2 The 23 year-old has scored two goals in 13 games for Drogheda this season It follows their exclusion from the Europa Conference League because of Uefa's rules banning clubs with the same owners from participating in the same competition. Drogheda boss Kevin Doherty had said last month - ironically after his side had beaten Bohs - that he was confident that he would be able to hold onto the forward He had been on loan from sister club Walsall, where his contract ended yesterday. It is understood that is because the clubs' owners, the Trivela Group, were of the belief that there would be significant compensation involved if the striker was to join a club outside Ireland on a permanent basis. Advertisement Read more on League of Ireland That would have left Drogheda in pole position to sign him by an arrangement whereby either the compensation was waived for the Boynesiders or he signed a new deal with Walsall and was loaned out once more. However, despite offering James-Taylor new terms, Walsall had no hold on the player who turned 23 in November meaning Bohs were able to sign him on a free transfer. It means Drogheda have lost their star striker to one of its rivals for a place in Europe next season whilst there is also considerable cross-channel interest in another forward player, Warren Davis. For James-Taylor - who scored 15 goals in 35 games for Drogheda, including one in their FAI Cup final win over Derry City - he is looking forward to linking up with Bohs. Advertisement Most read in Football Gossip Drogheda are experts at getting results despite not having much of the ball and when asked about what he was most looking forward to about playing for Bohs. He said: 'Maybe being on the other side of the possession! Saipan film trailer splits opinion as Irish football fans voice concern about Roy Keane portrayal 'It's always a tough game against Bohs. They move the ball really well. They're fit lads and I think it's a good fit. 'I was nearing the end of my contract and a few clubs started speaking to my agents and Bohs stood out. It was just a massive opportunity for me to play for this club.' Advertisement And he revealed he had also spoken to Ross Tierney before making his decision. He said: 'I knew Ross from Walsall and he spoke really highly of the club. "I know from being here for a year how big of a club this is, how much representation they have for Irish people.' More movement is expected at Bohs during the window. Advertisement St Pat's full-back Anto Breslin has been linked with a return whilst Grimsby Town are said to be keen on James Clarke, who scored an injury-time equaliser against Sligo Rovers on Friday. On Monday, James McManus joined the Bit O' Red on loan with Cian Byrne returning from his stint with Galway United helping to fill the void left by Sean Grehan who signed for Doncaster Rovers after impressing for Bohs on loan from Crystal Palace.
