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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Aidan Keena penalty sinks Sligo Rovers as St Patrick's Athletic snatch narrow win
Sligo Rovers will spend the summer break bottom of the Premier Division table. That's after a tenth minute penalty from their former striker Aidan Keena saw 2 Aidan Keena of St Patrick's Athletic scored the only goal from the penalty spot in the LOI win 2 St Patrick's Athletic and Stephen Kenny earned a hard fought win over Sligo Stephen Kenny's side should have made things more comfortable for themselves as they created the best of the chances in this one. Although Rovers substitute Francely Lomboto did have a chance in the 96th minute to take a late point, however the Galway man could only fire straight at Pat's net minder Joseph Anang. As has happened so often this season, Rovers made things tough for themselves by falling behind early on. Jay McClelland had forced Sam Sargeant into an early two-handed save with an effort from distance before ex-Rovers man Keena dispatched a tenth minute penalty after Simon Power. read more on football He's another former Showgrounds favourite, had collided with Jake Doyle-Hayes inside the Sligo area. Cian Kavanagh, who spent 2024 with Pat's, was unable to get any purchase on a Doyle-Hayes set piece as his attempted header trickled harmlessly wide of Joe Anang's goal. The Dubliners were left frustrated that they were unable to make their dominance count further given their control of the contest and lost centre half Sean Hoare to what seemed like a hamstring injury before the interval. Most read in Football Power passed up a couple of opportunities early in the second period, bending one around Sargeant's far post close to the hour. While Ronan Manning's shot after trojan work from Rovers' teen full-back Conor Reynolds was deflected on to the top of Anang's post by Joe Redmond. Shamrock Rovers snap up Northern Ireland Under-21s goal-getter as Stephen Bradley gives exciting verdict Pat's were struggling to shake Sligo off as the game wore on and Power should have had their second on 65 but couldn't stretch in time to meet Zach Elbouzedi's cross with an open goal on offer. Lennon dragged an effort from 20 yards narrowly wide with eight to go while Sligo sub Lomboto fluffed an opportunity in the sixth minute of added time at the end of the contest after a neat one-two with Jad Hakiki opened up the space in front of Anang. Sligo Rovers 0 - 1 St. Patrick's Athletic Sligo Rovers: Sam Sargeant 6; Conor Reynolds 7 (Kyle McDonagh 66) 6, John Mahon 6, Gareth McElroy 6, Reece Hutchinson 5; Jake Doyle-Hayes 6, Matty Wolfe 6 (Jad Hakiki 66) 6; Will Fitzgerald 5, Ronan Manning 6 (Francely Lomboto 78) 6, Owen Elding 6; Cian Kavanagh 5 (Wilson Waweru 45) 7. St Patrick's Athletic: Joe Anang 6; Ryan McLaughlin 6, Joe Redmond 6, Sean Hoare 6 (Tom Grivosti 44) 6, Anto Breslin 6; Jay McClelland 7, Jamie Lennon 6; Simon Power 6, Kian Leavy 7 (Luke Turner 96) 6, Zach Elbouzedi 6; Aidan Keena 6 (Conor Carty 86) 6. Referee: Neil Doyle 6. Star man: McClelland (Pat's) Attendance: 2,356.
BreakingNews.ie
23-05-2025
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- BreakingNews.ie
LOI: John Martin hat-trick gives Shelbourne victory over Sligo Rovers
Defending champions Shelbourne returned to winning ways after a John Martin hat-trick gave them a 3-2 win over Sligo Rovers at Tolka Park. Sligo took an early lead through Gareth McElroy in the third minute, before Martin equalised for Damien Duff's side in the 34th minute. Advertisement Martin scored his second in the 40th minute to give them the lead before half-time, and had his third in the 58th minute. Owen Elding continued his good form to pull a goal back for Sligo Rovers, but Shelbourne held on for a much-needed win. Two goals from Mason Melia weren't enough for victory as St Patrick's Athletic and Waterford played out a 2-2 draw. Waterford got off to a great start with a goal after three minutes from Tom Lonergan, with Melia scoring two goals in five minutes to put Stephen Kenny's side ahead at the interval. Advertisement However, St Pat's could not build on the lead, and Conan Noonan's goal in the 81st minute meant the points were shared at Richmond Park. Shamrock Rovers remain top of the table following a 2-1 win away to Derry City. Daniel Mullen put Derry ahead in the 65th minute, before Michael Noonan levelled the game in the 71st minute. In the 89th minute, Aaron McEneff scored the winner to extend their lead at the top of the table Six points behind Stephen Bradley's side in second is Drogheda United, following their 1-0 win over Bohemians. A penalty from Douglas James-Taylor sealed the win for Kevin Doherty's side. In the night's other game, a late goal gave Galway United a 2-1 win at home to Cork City. Moses Dyer put Galway ahead in the 49th minute, but Cork City drew level through Djenairo Daniels four minutes later. With five minutes to go, Conor James McCormack scored the winner for the home side to leave them in seventh.
Irish Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
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- Irish Daily Mirror
Stephen Kenny didn't hold back in response to TV pundit's criticism of St Pat's
Stephen Kenny 'couldn't believe it' when he heard that a TV pundit claimed his St Patrick's Athletic side was struggling to find an identity. Former Shelbourne boss Ian Morris made the statement during Virgin Media's coverage of Shelbourne against Drogheda United last Monday. Pat's were thumped 4-0 by Shamrock Rovers on the same night. Morris said: 'Where are they at the moment in terms of who they are as a team, team identity? 'Because they've got the players individually, it's how can Stephen Kenny get the best out of that squad?' Kenny, speaking ahead of tonight's clash with Waterford, hit back, saying: 'I heard someone say about this team the other day on TV, I couldn't believe it, they said 'St Pat's don't have an identity'. 'They (Virgin Media) put it out all over social media, 'they have no identity', and there was a lot of criticism. 'But I think our identity is pretty clear. I don't think anyone could accuse any of my teams of having an identity. 'Whatever about maybe we don't have the physicality of other teams, I think that's fair to say. We could have other flaws you could point out. 'I think the identity of the team is essentially 4-2-3-1, that we build from the back, that we like attacking full backs, that we like wingers, that we play through midfield, that we press high.' 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. Kenny added: 'How anyone can say we don't have an identity… we've a clear identity, but we just have to improve.' One of the issues affecting St Pat's form this season - and their ability to field a settled team - is the injury strife that has afflicted them since the turn of the year. Kenny heads into tonight's game with FOUR key midfielders missing. His injury woes have been compounded by the news that Romal Palmer has suffered a setback on his road to recovery - and may need fresh surgery. The midfielder went under the knife in London in March after he suffered a serious hamstring injury. Kenny was hopeful that he would have the former Manchester City youth, who made 70 Championship appearances with Barnsley, back in the next few weeks. However, he is now set for another extended spell on the sidelines, with Kenny saying: 'A midfield player who I had high hopes for is Romal Palmer, because in our European run last season he was brilliant, also as a 10 but he played two seasons as a six with Barnsley. 'He has had a setback in his comeback after his operation so he will be out for another period of time. 'He will be (back) later in the season. He has had a setback and it's unfortunate. 'He's a brilliant attacking midfield player, who can play as a number 10 in Europe. He's so adaptable. I'm gutted for him first and foremost.' Kenny admitted that the talented 26-year-old was 'nearly back' and added: It's tough for him. 'He was here when I came in, he had a brilliant second half of the season. He is a terrific personality in the group. 'It's just one of those things. It's very disappointing for him but I'm sure he can come back over a period of time.' Asked whether another operation might be needed, Kenny replied: 'It's possible.' Kenny's midfield options have been decimated ahead of Friday's League of Ireland clash with Waterford. Chris Forrester (groin) is out, but he is 'pushing himself to be back soon.' Jamie Lennon is suspended, while Kian Leavy, who missed the early stages of the campaign with a calf injury, is struggling with his ankle ligaments. 'Kian got a kick in the first five minutes against Cork, he played on for 25 minutes then had to come off, so it's ankle ligaments,' said Kenny.
Irish Independent
22-05-2025
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- Irish Independent
‘He was nearly back' – Blow for St Pat's as Stephen Kenny reveals injured midfielder Romal Palmer may need further surgery
Stephen Kenny's St Patrick's Athletic have suffered a big blow with the news that Romal Palmer has suffered a fresh setback in his recovery from hamstring surgery. The midfielder, who shone during the Saints' impressive Conference League run last summer, has not featured since February 28 after suffering the injury in the first-half of their round three win over Sligo Rovers.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
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- The Irish Sun
Stephen Kenny urges St Patrick's Athletic to bounce back after derby drubbing by Shamrock Rovers
STEPHEN KENNY has called on his St Pat's players not to allow their thumping by Shamrock Rovers to derail them. The Advertisement 2 St Patrick's Athletic manager Stephen Kenny was furious with his team after the 4-0 defeat to their Dublin rivals 2 St Patrick's Athletic manager Stephen Kenny says his side must maintain their unbeaten home form It was also their fourth away defeat on the bounce with Admitting his team were second best and did not deserve anything from their visit to Tallaght, Kenny shrugged: "It can happen. 'That's the first time it has happened. In other games, we lost a couple of goals in Dublin derbies in injury time. That's the first time there has been more than a goal in the game. 'At the end of last season we came here and won 3-0 and we were the team that had all the ball and had a lot more chances. Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL 'We were on the receiving end this time and it's not a nice feeling. We created our own problems. I's on all of us, myself included, so certainly we're disappointed. 'What we've got to do is we can't let that derail us, we've got to dust ourselves down and get ready for Friday. 'We've got two games before the break, against Waterford and Sligo so we've got to dust ourselves down and try to respond in a positive way. 'Our home form, I don't know how many are in the league, but we're 21 unbeaten since Dundalk last summer. Advertisement Most read in Football 'We've got to go again, try and rally around each other and try and get a big win on Friday.' Their hopes of victory against the Blues will not be helped by the sidelining of another key player. Remembering Gadi Kinda: A Football Star's Legacy and Untimely Passing Kenny said: 'Midfield is an issue at the moment with Romal Palmer, who I had high hopes for, still out, along with Chris Forrester and Kian Leavy. 'And Jamie Lennon picked up his fifth booking. Midfield is an issue for us so we've got to make sure we get that right for Friday.' Advertisement
