Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Galway United defeated St Patrick's Athl. 2:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by P. Hickey 18′, P. Hickey 25′, A. Keena 30′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Galway United had 34% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 66%. Galway United had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (8 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Galway United made 4 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Galway United and St Patrick's Athl. — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Keohane
assist: J. Mulraney
Match Statistics
Galway United had 34% possession against St Patrick's Athl.'s 66%. Galway United registered 12 shots (5 on target) while St Patrick's Athl. managed 12 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 4–8. Fouls committed: 17–9.
Lineups
Galway United lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under Johnathan Caulfield, while St Patrick's Athl. deployed a 4-3-3 under Stephen Kenny.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Galway United is 6.83, compared to 6.89 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. Galway United's highest-rated starter is D. Hurley (7.11), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is J. Redmond (7.30).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Galway United have contributed 6 goals and 7 assists this season, led by D. Hurley (2G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 12 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by A. Keena (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
Galway United deploy 3 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 4-man backline averaging 6.96. 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
Galway United field 5 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 3 rated 6.73. 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
Galway United start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.55, compared to 3 for St Patrick's Athl. averaging 6.89. 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 58% for Galway United and 46% 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
Galway United's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 29 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 Galway United's starting XI is 30.8 (youngest: K. Brouder (27), oldest: S. Walsh (35)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 26.3 (youngest: L. Turner (23), oldest: R. McLaughlin (31)). 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
Galway United's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 24 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Johnathan Caulfield
Substitutes
Coach: Stephen Kenny
Rivalry since 2022
Galway United vs St Patrick's Athl. Head to Head Results· 11
Galway United and St Patrick's Athl. have met 11 times — Galway United won 2, St Patrick's Athl. won 5, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. St Patrick's Athl. leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 11 meetings. A combined 26 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.36 per match (12 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (64%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (36%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. St Patrick's Athl. are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Galway United have recorded 1 win, 3 draws and 2 defeats. St Patrick's Athl. show 1 win, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026