Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Drogheda United and St Patrick's Athl. drew 0:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. 6 yellow cards were shown. Drogheda United had 37% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 63%. Drogheda United had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Drogheda United made 2 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Drogheda United and St Patrick's Athl. — 0 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Drogheda United had 37% possession against St Patrick's Athl.'s 63%. Drogheda United registered 15 shots (3 on target) while St Patrick's Athl. managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
Drogheda United lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under Kevin Doherty, while St Patrick's Athl. deployed a 4-3-3 under Stephen Kenny.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Drogheda United is 6.65, compared to 7.02 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. Drogheda United's highest-rated starter is W. Davis (7.05), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is J. Redmond (7.30).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Drogheda United have contributed 8 goals and 4 assists this season, led by W. Davis (3G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 26 goals and 15 assists, spearheaded by M. Melia (13G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Drogheda United deploy 3 defenders rated 6.62 on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 4-man backline averaging 7.00. 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
Drogheda United field 5 midfielders averaging 6.60, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 3 rated 7.05. 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
Drogheda United start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.05, compared to 3 for St Patrick's Athl. averaging 7.03. 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 60% for Drogheda United and 43% 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
Drogheda United's starters have collected 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 43 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 Drogheda United's starting XI is 26.1 (youngest: W. Davis (20), oldest: R. Brennan (34)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 26.2 (youngest: M. Melia (18), oldest: C. Forrester (33)). 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
Drogheda United's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 27 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: Kevin Doherty
Substitutes
Coach: Stephen Kenny
Rivalry since 2021
Drogheda United vs St Patrick's Athl. Head to Head Results· 22
Drogheda United and St Patrick's Athl. have met 22 times — Drogheda United won 3, St Patrick's Athl. won 14, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. St Patrick's Athl. leads the head-to-head with 14 victories from 22 meetings. A combined 53 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.41 per match (14 for the home side, 39 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (45%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. St Patrick's Athl. are currently unbeaten in the last 10 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Drogheda United have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 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