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Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Sligo Rovers into quarter-finals of FAI Cup thanks to victory over Bohemians
Owen Elding scored the decisive goal after Sam Sargeant saved a Bohs penalty just minutes earlier. The draw for the quarter-finals takes place on Tuesday. Sitting in second place in the Premier Division table, the home side were favourites coming into this tie, particularly given the fact Alan Reynolds' side had home advantage. The Bit O'Red have found Bohs to be tricky opponents in the league this year, picking up a draw and two defeats in their three meetings so far this year. With two league defeats on the bounce, John Russell was keen to get a reaction and a performance from his side. Rovers' recent run in the cup has been poor, and so Russell has put a good cup run high up in his list of priorities this season. Conor Reynolds returned to the starting 11 with James McManus unable to play against his parent club. The opening minutes were tetchy, although the visitors were largely in control of proceedings early on. Jad Hakiki could have put Rovers ahead on 14 minutes when he capitalised on a mistake at the back, all he needed to do was take the ball around Bohs goalkeeper James Talbot who was well off his line, but the former Shels man was let down by his touch and Talbot managed to do enough to save his side's blushes. Rovers had goalkeeper Sam Sargeant to thank early on as the Rovers goalkeeper save efforts from Connor Parsons and Dayle Rooney. Paddy McClean thought he had given his side the lead on 35 minutes when he got on the end of a corner and glanced it towards the net, but Keith Buckley was on hand to clear the danger. One minute into the second-half Bohs were awarded a penalty when McClean tripped Devoy inside the box. Sargeant went the right way and blocked the penalty from Rooney, parrying the ball away and out of trouble, with the follow-up well cleared by the Bit O'Red. New signing Edwin Agbaje made his first appearance when the former Ipswich Town defender came on after 51 minutes to replace Conor Reynolds. Eight minutes into the half, it was the visitors who were celebrating when Elding found the net. Will Fitzgerald cut his way through the Bohs defence, and held onto possession before teeing it up for Elding who drove past Talbot with his tenth goal of the season, to put Rovers ahead. A brilliant save from the outstanding Sargeant kept the ball out after Ollie Denham almost turned it into his own net on 59 minutes. Rovers frustrated the home side who could only really muster up half chances as the game wore on, with Sargeant denying Bohs again on 90 minutes when he kept out a low effort with his palm as the hosts tried to find a late equaliser to force this game to extra-time. Bohemians: Talbot, Morahan, Byrne, Kavanagh (Smith, 55), Flores, Buckley (McDonnell, 67), Devoy, Parsons, Tierney, Rooney (Brennan, 68), James-Taylor (Whelan, 74). Sligo Rovers: Sargeant, Reynolds (Agbaje, 52), McClean, Denham, Stewart, Quirk, Harkin, Hakiki (Manning, 81), Fitzgerald, O'Kane (Patton, 81), Elding. Referee: Kevin O'Sullivan.
The 42
3 days ago
- Sport
- The 42
Teenager Elding scores 10th of the season as Sligo knock out Bohs
Bohemians 0 Sligo Rovers 1 Paul Buttner reports from Dalymount Park SAM SARGEANT saved a penalty before Owen Elding scored another cracking goal at Dalymount Park to leave Bohemians looking back in anger at their FAI Cup exit. Sligo Rovers have enjoyed some big cup days and nights at the home of Irish football. The Bit O' Red lifted their first FAI Cup at Dalymount on a rain-sodden afternoon in 1983. Their more recent back-to-back wins in 2010 and 2011 came after narrow semi-final victories over Bohemians at the Phibsborough venue when current manager John Russell was a player. And they put their league struggles behind them to delight their 400-strong fans to book their spot in the quarter-final of this year's competition. Beaten finalists twice in the last four years, Bohs' quest for another Blue Riband will now stretch to 18 years. Sporting their all-light blue 'oasis' kit, given the weekend that's in it, Bohemians were put on the back foot early on as Sligo started with plenty of purpose. And as they struggled to get into the game, Bohs survived a right let off on 14 minutes. A mistake by skipper Keith Buckley gifted the ball to Jad Hakiki, who skipped into the clear in Bohs' half. But a poor touch allowed James Talbot to get to the ball first to avert the danger. Advertisement Having scarcely been in the game, Bohs then conjured the first real sight of goal a minute later. Dayle Rooney put opposite winger Connor Parsons away on the left. And though the Englishman cleverly cut past Conor Reynolds, his drive was saved by Sargeant at the keeper's right-hand post. Very much alive in the game now, Bohs troubled Sligo again minutes later from Rooney's corner, Douglas James-Taylor meeting the delivery to plant his header wide. Sebastian Quirk was likewise off target with a shot at the other end from Sligo's third corner of the night in an open contest. With the visitors back enjoying a spell of concerted pressure, Buckley had to clear Patrick McClean's header off the line from Ryan O'Kane's corner in the big chance of the half. Moments later, winger O'Kane saw his ball into the area whizz past the far post. The end-to-end action continued as half-time approached, Parsons firing wide of the Sligo goal after skilfully working the opening before Sargeant tipped away a dangerous cross-shot from Rooney. Twice coming close to taking the lead just before the interval, Bohs blew a real chance to do so three minutes into the second half after McClean tripped Devoy to concede a penalty. Sargeant chose the right way to bat away Rooney's spot kick. James-Taylor was then guilty of blazing over the top after Ross Tierney's put the rebound back into the area. Six minutes later, Sligo punished poor defending to take the lead with a fine goal. The tenacity of Fitzgerald nicked the ball off Buckley to feed it on to Elding. The 19-year-old, who scored on his last visit to Dalymount in June, needed little invitation to take on the shot first time with his left foot to drill it past Talbot to the bottom corner for his 10th goal of the season. With Bohs chasing the game now, Sargeant made his second telling save of the night to tip over a Rooney cross that had deflected goalwards off defender Ollie Denham. Try as they might, Bohs couldn't conjure an equaliser with Sargeant there again with another top stop to deny substitute Rhys Brennan on 90 minutes. Bohemians: Talbot; Morahan, Byrne, Kavanagh (Smith, 54), Flores; Buckley (McDonnell, 67), Devoy; Rooney (Brennan, 67), Tierney, Parsons; James-Taylor (Whelan, 74). Sligo Rovers: Sargeant; Reynolds (Agbaje, 51), Denham, McClean, Stewart; Harkin, Quirk; O'Kane (Patton, 81), Hakiki (Manning, 81), Fitzgerald; Elding. Referee: Kevin O'Sullivan (Cork). Attendance: 4,246. Other FAI Cup results: Finn Harps 3-1 Bray Salthill 0-4 Galway Utd Kerry 2-0 Cobh Ramblers FAI Women's Cup quarter-final Shelbourne 1-2 Shamrock Rovers
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Bohs' FAI Cup hopes fade away for another year as Sligo stun Dalymount
BOHS fans watched their side's FAI Cup hopes slide away for another year thanks to a missed penalty and Owen Elding's supersonic finish for Rovers. The hosts hoped passage into the last eight was written in the stars as they wore their Oasis jerseys on the eve of the band's first Croke Park gig, and after the Gallagher brothers' hits had rang out around Dalymount Park before kick-off. But it was Rovers boss John Russell who had the masterplan in Phibsboro as the visitors - 10th in the Premier Division and 17 points behind their second placed opponents - deserved their victory. An entertaining first half somehow ended in stalemate - and it was followed by an electric start to the second that ultimately decided it. Dayle Rooney had the chance to put Bohs ahead from the penalty spot just two minutes after the restart when Paddy McClean knocked Dawson Devoy over, but the midfielder's tame effort was well read by Sam Sargeant. And the Gypsies were made to pay in the 53rd minute. The excellent William Fitzgerald beat Keith Buckley in midfield and found Elding, and the striker shot across James Talbot into the far corner to open the scoring. Bohs' best chance of an equaliser came just five minutes later when Rooney's low cross from the left was deflected towards the top corner by Rovers defender Ollie Denham, but Sargeant superbly tipped it over. The Gypsies' loud appeal for a 58th minute penalty was rightly waved away by ref Kevin O'Sullivan as Rovers sub Edwin Agbaje got a touch ahead of Parsons to concede a corner. From that point the visitors' defence put up a wonderwall to keep Alan Reynolds' side at bay, with only Rhys Brennan's 90th minute effort that Sargeant dived to keep out causing alarm for Rovers. The hosts had looked nervy in defence early on as Sligo went to Fitzgerald and the pacy Ryan O'Kane on the flanks in search of joy. The visitors signalled their intent with a 10th minute Fitzgerald free that McClean just failed to meet with the right connection and his effort went wide. Soon after, Jad Hakiki Keith Buckley on halfway and had only Talbot to beat, but the Bohs keeper was lightning quick from his area to prevent a goal with a superb tackle. The Gypsies produced an instant warning of their own via Connor Parsons, but his near post shot was comfortably covered by Rovers netminder Sargeant. However the hosts should have scored in the 19th minute when Cian Byrne met Dayle Rooney's corner with a header that somehow glided past the near post. Bohs' mini-purple patch didn't last long. Recent Rovers Seb Quirke prodded wide from a Fitzgerald corner, then McClean met O'Kane's corner with a powerful header that Buckley cleared off the line. Parsons combined with Devoy before the break, with the former's attempt arrowed wide, but Bohs had work to do at half-time as they had been second best for most of that opening period. The penalty was their chance to take control but they failed to take it - and after all, it was Elding's effort that propelled Rovers into the last eight. Their dreams are real of lifting the Cup for the first time since 2013, while Bohs fans left Dalyer looking back in anger at a deserved exit.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Insider Names Picks for Cadillac's American F1 Driver
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Formula 1 insider James Hinchcliffe threw out some American drivers who Cadillac F1 should consider for their lineup. Hinchcliffe is a commentator for F1 TV and IndyCar, making him connected in both the American motorsport world and F1. He drove for 11 years in IndyCar, winning six races and capturing 18 podiums in his career. In an article on Hinchcliffe selected some potential United States talents who could break through on the grid and deliver where Sargeant failed to. People attend an event to unveil the colors for the 2026 Cadillac debut in Formula One racing, ahead of the 2025 Miami Formula One Grand Prix, in Miami Beach, Florida, on May 3, 2025. People attend an event to unveil the colors for the 2026 Cadillac debut in Formula One racing, ahead of the 2025 Miami Formula One Grand Prix, in Miami Beach, Florida, on May 3, 2025. Photo byCadillac is the first new F1 team since Haas debuted years ago. Their arrival opens up two new seats on the grid for drivers to get additional opportunities, and considering the team's North American roots, some believe an American driver could be given a chance. The last American driver was Logan Sargeant, who raced for Williams over a season and a half before getting replaced mid-season by Franco Colapinto. Overall, Sargeant underperformed compared to his junior racing career track record, but with other talents racing all around the world, many believe other Americans can establish themselves on the grid. Kyle Ki rkwood Racing for Andretti in IndyCar, Kirkwood already has the needed connections to land a seat with Cadillac. Andretti Global is part of the Cadillac F1 venture, with both racing institutions joining forces in an all-American bid. At the age of 26, Kirkwood is driving at an elite level, winning three races and sitting fifth in the standings. He has surpassed teammate Colton Herta as the lead driver at the team, and his results could lead to a chance in F1. Jak Cra wford Already in the formula racing ladder, Crawford is around the F1 paddock more than anyone else on this list. He has three seasons at the F2 level. In his third season, he is currently in fourth place with three wins so far. There are reports already connecting the American to the Cadillac team. "And let's call a spade a spade, he was just 18-years-old in his first campaign, and F2 is an ultra competitive series. Now at 20, with a bit more racing maturity and some experience behind him, it's starting to come to him," the former IndyCar driver wrote. "If he can continue the winning ways and find himself in the top three at season's end, that would put him in a great position to be considered for the ultimate promotion." Connor Zilisch Competing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Zilisch is one of the most promising talents in America. He is on the verge of securing a full-time Cup Series race seat, though he has previously competed in Formula 4 and stated his interest in potentially joining F2 to prove himself before getting a shot at the top. At the age of 19, the American has plenty of time to hone his driving skills and develop in the early stages of his career. Alex Palou and Scott McLaughlin Hinchcliffe also added IndyCar drivers Scott McLaughlin and Alex Palou to the list. However, neither was born in America - McLaughlin is from New Zealand and became an American citizen through the naturalization process. Both McLaughlin and Palou are great drivers who could drive in F1, though some might not call them American drivers since they were not born in the United States. Out of the two, Palou stands out as an exciting talent who is a three-time IndyCar champion. After conquering the American race series, he could potentially head over to F1 and make some noise. For more F1 news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
The 42
10-08-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Contentious McClean red card crucial in Pat's victory over Sligo Rovers
St Patrick's Athletic 3 Sligo Rovers 0 MASON MELIA SCORED a striker's brace inside five minutes as St Patrick's Athletic put their midweek European disappointment firmly behind them. While the 17-year-old Tottenham Hotspur-bound striker was central to most of the game's highlights, Sligo were rightly livid at the sending off of Patrick McClean just before half-time which ruined what had been a competitive game. All but out of Europe ahead of the second leg following their 4-1 home defeat to Turkish giants Besiktas, St Pat's got their quest for European qualification next year back on track here. Stephen Kenny's side remain sixth in the table but there are now just five points separating them from second-placed Bohemians. Back-to-back defeats for Sligo sees them remain in trouble second bottom of the table. The chief talking point of a pretty uninspiring first half arrived on 42 minutes when Sligo were astonished in being reduced to 10 men. Centre-back McClean, who was having a very solid game, certainly tripped Melia as the teenager tried to skip by him. Advertisement But despite there being obvious cover there from Sebastian Quirk, referee Damien MacGraith incensed Sligo by brandishing a straight red card to McClean for a last-man challenge in what looked an horrendous decision. Patrick McClean has been handed a straight red card🔴 — League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) August 10, 2025 Sam Sargeant rescued Sligo from Jake Mulraney's resultant free kick with a stunning save to tip the effort onto the crossbar. But a mistake by the goalkeeper would gift St Pat's the lead four minutes after the restart. Sargeant misjudged Chris Forrester's ball over the top allowing Mulraney to nip in to walk the ball to the net as the keeper collided with his captain Will Fitzgerald. Sligo were then at sixes-and-sevens as they somehow survived conceding a second goal on the double on 55. First Sargeant saved well from Melia who had nicked the ball a little too easily off Sean Stewart. Simon Power looked set to score from the rebound but for a terrific goal-line clearance by Ollie Denham. But there was no such reprieve a minute later when St Pat's did extend their lead with another soft goal. Brandon Kavanagh's floated corner was met by the totally unmarked Melia who found the bottom corner with a downward header. Melia then showed his brilliance with a real poacher's goal on the hour. Sligo lost the ball cheaply with Kavanagh threading it through for Melia. Accelerating past Denham, Melia nonchalantly rolled the ball with his studd by Sargeant before casually side-footing to the net for his ninth league goal of the season. St Patrick's Athletic: Anang; Sjoberg, Redmond, Turner, McClelland; Lennon (Baggley, h-t), Forrester (Robinson, 79); Mulraney (Leavy, 79), Kavanagh, Power (Garrick, 71); Melia (Carty, 71). Sligo Rovers: Sargeant; Quirk, Denham, McClean, Stewart; Harkin (Wolfe, 65), McManus; Fitzgerald, Elding (Manning, 80), O'Kane; Waweru (Kavanagh, h-t). Referee: Damien MacGraith (Mayo).
