Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Sligo Rovers defeated St Patrick's Athl. 1:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by J. Hakiki 19′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sligo Rovers had 44% possession while St Patrick's Athl. held 56%. Sligo Rovers had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 16 (2 on target) for St Patrick's Athl.. Sligo Rovers made 5 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sligo Rovers and St Patrick's Athl. — 1 goal and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Sligo Rovers had 44% possession against St Patrick's Athl.'s 56%. Sligo Rovers registered 8 shots (4 on target) while St Patrick's Athl. managed 16 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–11. Fouls committed: 15–13.
Lineups
Sligo Rovers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under John Russell, while St Patrick's Athl. deployed a 4-4-2 under Stephen Kenny.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sligo Rovers is 6.85, compared to 7.01 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. Sligo Rovers's highest-rated starter is S. Sargeant (7.26), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is J. Redmond (7.30).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sligo Rovers have contributed 6 goals and 3 assists this season, led by W. Fitzgerald (4G). St Patrick's Athl.'s starters account for 22 goals and 18 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
Sligo Rovers deploy 4 defenders rated 6.82 on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 4-man backline averaging 7.08. 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
Sligo Rovers field 5 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 4 rated 6.94. 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
Sligo Rovers start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 2 for St Patrick's Athl. averaging 7.01. 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 65% for Sligo Rovers 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
Sligo Rovers's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 50 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 Sligo Rovers's starting XI is 23.3 (youngest: G. McElroy (18), oldest: C. Harkin (29)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 24.9 (youngest: M. Melia (18), oldest: J. McClelland (28)). 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
Sligo Rovers's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 28 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: John Russell
Substitutes
Coach: Stephen Kenny
Rivalry since 2019
Sligo Rovers vs St Patrick's Athl. Head to Head Results· 28
Sligo Rovers and St Patrick's Athl. have met 28 times — Sligo Rovers won 7, St Patrick's Athl. won 16, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. St Patrick's Athl. leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 28 meetings. A combined 65 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.32 per match (24 for the home side, 41 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (39%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (36%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. St Patrick's Athl. are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sligo Rovers have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. 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