Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Shelbourne defeated St Patrick's Athl. 1:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by A. Coote 10′. 7 yellow cards were shown. St Patrick's Athl. had 57% possession while Shelbourne held 43%. St Patrick's Athl. had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 3 (1 on target) for Shelbourne. St Patrick's Athl. made 5 substitutions, Shelbourne made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between St Patrick's Athl. and Shelbourne — 1 goal and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Wilson
Match Statistics
St Patrick's Athl. had 57% possession against Shelbourne's 43%. St Patrick's Athl. registered 13 shots (6 on target) while Shelbourne managed 3 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 9–0. Fouls committed: 7–14.
Lineups
St Patrick's Athl. lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Stephen Kenny, while Shelbourne deployed a 5-3-2 under Joseph Martin O'Brien.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St Patrick's Athl. is 6.98, compared to 6.95 for Shelbourne. 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. St Patrick's Athl.'s highest-rated starter is J. Redmond (7.30), while Shelbourne's best-rated player is H. Wood (7.24).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St Patrick's Athl. have contributed 14 goals and 13 assists this season, led by A. Keena (4G). Shelbourne's starters account for 19 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by H. Wood (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
St Patrick's Athl. deploy 4 defenders rated 7.02 on average, against Shelbourne's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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
St Patrick's Athl. field 5 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Shelbourne's 5 rated 7.01. 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
St Patrick's Athl. start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.01, compared to 1 for Shelbourne averaging 6.92. 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 43% for St Patrick's Athl. and 49% for Shelbourne. 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
St Patrick's Athl.'s starters have collected 44 yellow cards this season, compared to 42 for Shelbourne. 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 St Patrick's Athl.'s starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: K. Leavy (23), oldest: R. McLaughlin (31)), while Shelbourne average 26.3 (youngest: E. Caffrey (22), oldest: P. Barrett (32)). 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
St Patrick's Athl.'s starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 29 for Shelbourne. 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: Stephen Kenny
Substitutes
Coach: Joseph Martin O'Brien
Rivalry since 2020
St Patrick's Athl. vs Shelbourne Head to Head Results· 20
St Patrick's Athl. and Shelbourne have met 20 times — St Patrick's Athl. won 9, Shelbourne won 8, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. St Patrick's Athl. leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 20 meetings. A combined 50 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (29 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (40%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–4 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, St Patrick's Athl. have recorded 1 win, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Shelbourne show 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026