By Conall Collier

Almost three years to the day when he was first appointed, Steve Feeney has returned to the Showgrounds as manager of Sligo Rovers for the 2025 Women’s Premier Division season.

“I decided to take a break at the end of the 2023 season and that gave me a chance to recharge the batteries,” commented Steve this afternoon.

“When I was contacted about the possibility of taking on the role again, I decided to give it a go, I suppose I missed the involvement with a team playing at a good level and I’m really looking forward to it now,” he added.

Steve was handed the task in November 2021 of assembling a team for the club’s inaugural season in the 2022 Women’s National League.

He duly assembled a panel of players for the 2022 season and after a hectic settling in period, that first game was a daunting trip to west Dublin to tackle Peamount Utd.

Despite losing that encounter, the Bit O’Red boss was able to adopt a positive demeanour on what was a historic occasion for the club in March 2022.

“Some of the goals we conceded were down to mistakes, but Peamount scored a couple of very good goals also, we will benefit from the game,” he commented on the sideline at PRL Park only minutes after the final whistle.

Two weeks later and the Sligo Rovers boss was celebrating a first win at senior level for the team when victory was achieved at Turner’s Cross against Cork City.

“The girls proved to themselves that they can be competitive, it’s not just me telling them, they got the win, they scored two goals, it doesn’t mean we are going to win every game from now on, but to get the first victory in our third outing was definitely a big positive,” he commented after that result at the end of March 2022.

Now, he is ready to return to the fold and take the reins again with as much, if not more, enthusiasm with the added benefit of the experience gained in those first two seasons.

“The season just finished was a difficult one for the team, but what I noticed most was that the determination and spirit was still there, similar to my first two seasons, the players never dropped their heads and kept going for 90 minutes in every game,” explained Steve.

“Towards the end of the season they started to get the results that some of the form they had displayed earlier in the season deserved and they also made it to the semi-final of the FAI Cup again.

“I didn’t see every game, but from what I did see, it was encouraging and there was great evidence of the amount of talented players coming through from the Academy.

“It was a fantastic season for Keeva Flynn and I was delighted to see her get recognition with the FAI under-17 International player-of-the-year award yesterday at the presentations at the Aviva Stadium.

“I’ll be busy for the next few weeks organising my backroom team and contacting the players for the new season which will probably start in early March, but I’m really looking forward to it,” he concluded.

John Mahon has committed to Sligo Rovers having signed a new two year deal, the Bit O’Red are delighted to announce 

The extension of Mahon’s current deal comes as a further boost following yesterday’s news that winger Will Fitzgerald has also signed a new two year deal with the club. 

The latest agreement with Collooney native Mahon brings the number of bodies signed for next season to 13 . 

The 24-year-old defender made his senior debut in 2017 having signed from Ballisodare United and went on to become an established first team regular. 

A talented centre half, Mahon soon attracted interest from clubs both at home and in the UK and in 2022 signed for Scottish side St Johnstone. 

Mahon returned to the Showgrounds in 2023 where he once again held a regular place in the starting XI. 

His 2024 season was cruelly cut short before it began in January last year when he suffered an unfortunate achilles injury. 

Following a prolonged recovery period, Mahon returned to play in the recent friendly with Celtic before making his first competitive appearance almost one year to the day, when he was brought on from the bench against Galway at Eamonn Deacy Park last month. 

“It feels great to get the deal across the line”, Mahon says. 

“John (Russell) has shown huge faith in me in offering me a deal for next season and I want to repay that faith. 

“2024 was a tough year for me but I learned a lot about myself and what I want. I am keen to come back better than before.

“There were a few tough months where I wondered would I ever be the same player I was before the injury but I’m lucky to have such a great medical team to work with at Rovers.

“There were offers to go elsewhere at the end of last season but John told me straight away that he wanted to keep me and that was my mind made up. I love playing for the club, my club, so it was an easy decision.” 

Looking forward to 2025, Mahon continues: “I feel we can compete up near the top. 

“There was a huge buzz around Sligo when it came to Rovers last year and there’s no reason why we cannot kick on now into 2025 and beyond. 

“It’s been too long since we’ve had silverware at the Showgrounds and it’s time to realise that ambition once more.”

Manager Russell says he is hugely enthused by Mahon’s decision to re-sign and is looking forward to seeing how far the young defender can go next season. 

“I’m delighted John has agreed to extend his stay at the club”, he says .

“He is a top class defender who brings an aggression and a winning mentality to the team. I love his desire to make tackles and blocks, and keep the ball out of the net.

“He has worked extremely hard in the background to recover from his injury and I know he is very driven for next season. John has all the attributes to become the best centre back in the league so it’s exciting to see what he can do next season. 

“He understands the club having come up through the academy and I’m sure our supporters will be excited he’s back.”

David Goulden

Winger Will Fitzgerald has signed a new two year deal with Sligo Rovers, the club are delighted to announce. 

The deal will extend the winger’s stay at the Showgrounds into his fourth year at the club having signed for the Bit O’Red back in December 2021. 

The Limerick native becomes the twelfth player to commit to Rovers for 2025 just a few weeks after his 100th appearance for the club.

The ex-Derry wide-man made his Rovers debut on the opening night of the 2022 season against St Pat’s in Inchicore and scored his first goal for the club in March of the same year, an unforgettable screamer from 18 yards against Drogheda in Louth. 

Speaking about his new deal, Fitzgerald says he is continuing to relish his time at Rovers, playing under John Russell. He is also fully aware of the strides the club is making off the pitch including the recent news of the LSSIF money confirmed for the development of the Showgrounds.  

“This is a club I have the utmost respect and admiration for, especially the supporters and those who keep the club thriving”, the 25-year-old says. 

“I feel I’m a valued member of the squad and I really want to play my part in what hopefully will be a successful future. 

“When you play under John, you know you’re playing under someone who knows how to lead the club in the right direction. I’m one of the senior players now, even at 25. I enjoy that responsibility and helping the younger lads. It’s good to show them the type of professionalism that is required to play at this level. 

“We were disappointed last season not to get Europe. But the signs are clear, this club is going in the right direction. We have a new kit deal and wheels are now in motion for the new stadium. It’s such an exciting time to be at Rovers and I want to be part of all that.” 

Describing Fitzgerald as a ‘great professional’, Russell welcomed the news of the contract extension. 

“The way Will trains, plays and conducts himself both on and off the pitch is a great example to any player no matter their age”, the Rovers boss says. 

“He is someone who brings tons of energy, aggression and quality. He’s heading towards his fourth season here and his performances keep getting better. 

“He will play a big part in 2025 both on and off the pitch and I know he’s a player the fans love to watch.” 

David Goulden

Umbro and Sligo Rovers FC are thrilled to announce a new five-year brand partnership.

Under this agreement, Umbro will become the official kit supplier for Sligo Rovers FC, providing high-quality sportswear and equipment to the team with immediate effect until the end of the 2029 season.

This partnership marks a significant milestone for both Umbro and Sligo Rovers FC, as they join forces to enhance the club’s performance and presence both on and off the field. Umbro, renowned for its innovative and stylish sportswear, will bring its expertise and passion for football to support Sligo Rovers FC in achieving their goals.

Patrick Peyton of Umbro Ireland said, “We are delighted to be partnering again with Sligo Rovers FC. Umbro is 100 years old this year and throughout that time we have been at the forefront of football apparel design and innovation. We look forward to bringing some great kits and training apparel to the Sligo Rovers teams and fans alike”

Shane Crossan, Operations Manager Sligo Rovers FC added, “We are thrilled to be partnering with Umbro in a deal that will continue for a minimum of five years. Umbro have been magnificent to work with and we are very excited for our supporters to see the exciting new range of kits and training apparel that will be available to purchase shortly”

For more information, please contact: Shane@sligorovers.com

Intersport Elverys is thrilled to announce its continuation as the Official Sports Retail Partner of Sligo Rovers, and to introduce that they will exclusively operate the e-commerce business marking a significant step forward for both organisations. 

This partnership means fans can now purchase official Bit O’Red merchandise, training, and leisure wear at the Intersport Elverys’ Sligo store in the Canopy Shopping Centre and online at elverys.ie, with a permanent retail presence for the club. 

Commenting on the new development, Philip Staunton of INTERSPORT Elverys said “we are incredibly proud to team up with a club that is willing to push the boundaries to continue enhancing the experience for their fans everywhere.”

Sligo Rovers Operations Manager, Shane Crossan, said “we are delighted to continue with Intersport Elverys as the clubs official sports retail partner. Since working with Intersport Elverys, we have seen a growth in demand for our brand and we are very excited for what the future will bring to our club and supporters. Intersport Elverys have a magnificent store located in the heart of Sligo Town which enables supporters to purchase club merchandise at ease. Along with that, their market-leading e-commerce platform offers our supporters across the world access to the Sligo Rovers brand”.”

Intersport Elverys is renowned for supporting sports at all levels, from grassroots to elite teams, and is proud to add Sligo Rovers to its family of partners. 

About INTERSPORT Elverys

INTERSPORT Elverys is a recognised market leader and innovator in sports retail and our store network in the Irish market now stands at over 45 stores, with a fully integrated omnichannel strategy.  

Our people are the core of our business, driven by a commitment to provide an outstanding customer experience for sports enthusiasts. The company remains Irish-owned and operated and is a member of IINTERSPORT – a vertical retail organisation with over 5,000 retail stores in 42 countries, bringing together the latest innovation in sporting goods from top brands around the world, along with an understanding of our local customer like no other.

INTERSPORT Elverys is one of the largest supporters of Irish sport, in sponsoring and supporting various sports teams, individuals and community events across Ireland.This highlights Intersport Elverys’ commitment to promoting and developing sport at both the grassroots and professional levels in Ireland.

A special presentation was held before Rovers last game of the season against Pat’s. Bernard and Teresa Culligan were honoured for their 30 years exemplary service to the Club.

Chairman Tommy Higgins commended Bernard and Teresa for their work in the Hospitality area for Rovers, saying that along with Damian and Mairead Grimes, they were always professional, courteous and reliable.

Club President Ray Gallagher said it was a privilege to know Bernard and and Teresa for many years, they made all visitors feel welcome and in this capacity were excellent ambassadors for the Club.

The presentation was attended by members of Rovers Management Committee, Club volunteers and FAI Match delegate John Byrne

Photography by Alan Finn

TRANSFORMATIVE DEVELOPMENT FOR CLUB’S CENTENARY

Sligo Rovers are delighted to confirm that the club has been granted €16,400,000 under Government’s Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF) for the redevelopment of the Sligo Showgrounds. This level of Government funding is unprecedented for a sporting project in the north-west. It represents one of the most significant grant awards to a League of Ireland Club and will see the delivery of a new regional multi-sport stadium, the first UEFA Category 3 Stadium outside Dublin.

The development will increase the seated capacity of the Showgrounds to 6,129 and entails major modernization of stadium facilities. This will include a new grass based hybrid pitch, which will accommodate other sports and activities, new stands on the Church Hill and Jinks’ Avenue ends, upgrades to the Treacy Avenue and Railway end stands, new hospitality areas, fan zones, meeting rooms, gymnasium, club merchandise shop, media area and a new club museum.  

New visiting supporter seating will be provided in the Jinks Avenue stand with associated food and beverage facilities. The new stadium will also meet the requirements for modern TV broadcasts.

Sligo Rovers Chairman Tommy Higgins said ‘This is a momentous day for everyone in Sligo and an exciting one for our Sligo Rovers fanbase in Sligo, Leitrim, Mayo, Donegal, Roscommon and indeed throughout Ireland. We have experienced nothing but full cooperation and encouragement from our own community, our local authority, local TD’s and Senior Government Ministers, and for this we are very grateful.  

Due primarily to the efforts of our late colleague Tommie Gorman, we were able to present detailed briefings in the Showgrounds to Taoiseach Simon Harris, Tanaiste Micheal Martin, Ministers Catherine Martin, Heather Humphreys and Thomas Byrne. We also briefed Minister for Finance Jack Chambers. 

We especially thank Minister Catherine Martin for her sustained and supportive interest in our project and whose Department prioritised our application and recommended the grant award.

We are deeply appreciative of the contribution made by Frank Feighan, TD, in particular his practical advice and guidance, and his representations on our behalf, as we pursue the significant investment we need to make our stadium development plan a reality.

We would like to thank the FAI for its national ranking and valued support, especially Mark Scanlon, Walter Holloran, FAI adviser Tim Tuomey and the FAI Board, who all took a deep interest in our project. Another valuable contributor is Special Olympics Ireland, who awarded us a national ranking and we thank Myra Merrick for her assistance and support. Sligo County Council agreed to act as the project sponsor and awarded the project local priority ranking – we particularly acknowledge the help given by Martin Lydon, Chief Executive and Dorothy Clarke, Director of Services.

Sligo Rovers Development Officer Mark Cummins acknowledged the contribution of the many individuals and agencies involved in the project. ‘We had an exceptional support team in place at every stage of the very detailed application process, Design Team lead Gavin Phelan of Rhatigan’s Architects, Enda Candon of First Western Consultants, and within the Club, Shona Heffernan and Jamie Murphy. Tom Kelly on our Project Team coordinated all the various elements of the detailed submission with great professionalism’. 

We have an excellent working relationship with Chair Albert Higgins and the Showgrounds Trustee Board, they have a hugely important remit in preserving the Showgrounds as a sporting and community facility, sharing our conviction that this development will be a major boost for the Club and the people of Sligo and the north-west.’ 

Sligo Rovers Secretary Brendan Lacken reaffirmed the support of the FAI (the FAI Board and David Courell, CEO) and Special Olympics Ireland (Matt English, CEO), who committed their support for the project by awarding it a priority ranking within their respective strategies for the development of their sports. It also enhanced our application to receive letters of support from those two organisations, along with Cairn National Community Games (David Hoysted, CEO), Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership (Deirdre Lavin, CEO), Sligo Business Improvement District (BID) (Gail McGibbon, CEO) and Sligo Volunteer Centre (Geraldine McCloat, ACE Officer).

SLIGO ROVERS MASTERPLAN – KEY MILESTONES 

• May 2021 Sligo Rovers publishes its Masterplan for the Showgrounds. 

• February 2023 Statutory planning for the main stadium works achieved. 

• October 2023 Design Team appointed to take forward the detailed design of the stadium.

• June 2024 Updated design and current cost plan delivered to the Club by the Design Team.

• July 2024 Grant application made to the Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund. 

• September 2024 Supplementary planning approval for some amendments to the stadium secured. 

• November 2024 Government award under the Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund announced. 

BENEFITS FOR SUPPORTERS AND VISITORS TO THE SHOWGROUNDS

• The project provides for the development of a multi-sport stadium to UEFA Category 3 and World Rugby standards for the hosting of soccer, rugby and other sports.

• The new stadium will deliver a seating capacity of 6,129, as follows:

• Churchill End stand                1,408
  • Jinks Avenue End stand      1,576 (up to 750 seats for away supporters)
  • Treacy Avenue End stand   1,855
  • Railway End stand              1,290

• The new hybrid grass based pitch will bring a modern playing surface to the highest international standards and on par with the best available in the country. This modern pitch will be more durable and weather resistant and will enable the club’s coaches to improve playing performance as they develop our senior and academy players.

• New Churchill End stand with food and beverage hospitality areas for supporters and visitors, club shop, modern gymnasium and facilities for the Men’s and Women’s teams and offices for team management and club management. 

• New Jinks Avenue End stand with new players and officials changing rooms, medical room, anti doping room, players tunnel and dug outs and a stadium control room. 

• Upgrades to the Treacy Avenue and Railway End stands. 

• Additional media facilities and camera positions within the new Jinks Avenue stand ensuring that the new stadium can meet UEFA standards and modern TV broadcast requirements. 

• New paved entrance plaza leading to new home turnstiles and a large fanzone adjacent to the Churchill stand.

• New away turnstiles at the Jinks Avenue stand approached via a designated pathway from a new away supporter entrance on Churchill. New food and beverage area, and toilet facilities, for away supporters in the Jinks Avenue stand.

• Two new pavilion buildings at the main stadium entrance on Churchill, which will include matchday ticketing and a new club museum.

• Sustainability measures including rainwater harvesting, solar generation, extensive landscaping and the installation of charging points for electric vehicles and e-bikes.

• New secure parking for match officials and media vehicles  along with Improvements to onsite car parking and site services

• Accessible seating will be provided in the new Churchill and Jinks Avenue stands (in both home and away sections) to supplement existing seating in the Treacy Avenue stands. 

• Accessible parking will be provided in designated areas within the Showgrounds.

• Removal of existing pre-fabricated and small buildings adjacent to the current main entrance

• Stadium amenities will be available daily throughout the week for sporting and social use, and the Showgrounds, with its new Bit O’ Red Museum complementing our existing acclaimed outdoor museum, will become an important cultural, tourist and leisure destination for the people of Sligo and attract visitors to the area.

DESIGN TEAM AND PROJECT SUPPORTS

• The club’s design team, led by accomplished Sligo based firm, Rhatigan Architects (Director – Trevor James and Lead architect – Gavin Phelan), includes the following consultants:

• AtkinsRéalis (civil and structural engineers)
• Patrick McCaul (mechanical and electrical engineers)
• ORS (fire safety and health & safety consultants)
• CQS (quantity surveyors)

• Along with Sligo County Council, the Football Association of Ireland and Special Olympics Ireland awarded our project a national priority ranking in their respective sports;

• The following organisations provided Sligo Rovers with letters of support:

• Football Association of Ireland
  • Special Olympics Ireland
  • Cairn Community Games
  • Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership
  • Sligo Business Improvement District
  • Sligo Volunteer Centre

ROVERS IN THE COMMUNITY

• Sligo Rovers has always been a welcoming club and, as part of our project, the Club has agreed advanced licensing of the new facilities for use by the local amateur soccer leagues – boys and girls, men and women, the ATU, all of the local Colleges, Sligo Community Games and the Sligo Sports and Recreation Partnership. We also see our popular summer camps for boys and girls growing in the future.

• The Showgrounds will return to its multi-sport roots with Sligo Rugby Club and Sligo College rugby teams having the opportunity to play there. 

• The Club also welcomes the potential for the future hosting of the Sligo and regional community games finals in soccer and other sports at the Showgrounds once our facilities are constructed.

• As a community based club, we also thank those local sporting organisations and schools who confirmed their support for our project and will contribute to multi-sport use of the Showgrounds when complete:

• Sligo Leitrim Schoolboys and Girls League
  • Sligo Leitrim and District Soccer League/Sligo Women’s Soccer League
  • Sligo Community Games
  • Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership
  • Sligo Rugby Club
  • Atlantic Technological University
  • Mercy College
  • Ursuline College
  • Ballinode College
  • Sligo Grammar School
  • Summerhill College

• One of the founding principles of the Showgrounds Trust Foundation is that the ground will always be available to the local community as a cultural, sporting and recreational facility and this commitment informed the club’s engagement with the Showgrounds Trustees at every stage of the application process and will be delivered on in the new Showgrounds. 

NEXT STEPS

• We are now about to enter an exciting phase of our journey to create a stadium comparable with the best in the country and one that Sligo and our region will be proud of. It is our intention to keep the stadium operating to the maximum extent possible while the works are in progress. 

The club will appoint a Project Team, reporting to the Club Management Committee, to oversee and manage all aspects of the development project including legal, financial, technical, procurement, contracts, handover/certification, co-ordination with ongoing operations and community engagement. The Project Team will be made up of club officials and external experts working in a voluntary capacity.

• During 2025 the Design Team will finalize the detailed design of the stadium and will tender the construction works. 

• The club expects to appoint a building contractor and specialist sub contractors in the fourth quarter of 2025 with works commencing in early 2026. 

• The design team estimate that the overall stadium works will take 21 months to complete.

• The laying of the new pitch will cause the most significant disruption to the continued operation of the stadium as the new grass based pitch installation cannot be done in the off season. The pitch will most likely be unavailable for 4 months mid season and the Club will need to negotiate the rescheduling of home games with the FAI and the other LoI clubs for this period. This is likely to happen in 2026.

• In the interim, the club has recently been awarded €376,000 by Government under the Community Facilities Programme to carry out further improvements at the Showgrounds, most notably the final phase of the floodlights on the Treacy Avenue side and the renewal of the astro pitch playing surface. It is intended that these works will be completed in 2025.

• And in 2028, in time for the centenary anniversary of the founding of Sligo Rovers, the new era will commence with the full opening of the new Sligo Showgrounds stadium, and we look forward to welcoming our current supporters and attracting new ones as we seek to continue the proud heritage, history and achievements of the Bit O’ Red. 

November 2024  

The 2024 Player of the Year Awards took place last night at Lola Montez. The event was organized and presented by the Bit O’ Red Supporters Trust, drawing a large crowd and featuring awards for players across both senior and academy teams.

The list of prize winners as voted by supporters was as follows:

Mark Brindley Memorial Men’s Player of the Year: Ed McGinty

Women’s Player of the Year:  Eimear Lafferty 

Men’s Young Player of The Year: Ellis Chapman

Women’s Young Player of The Year: Anna McDaniel

Men’s Under 20 Player of the Year: Daire Patton

Women’s Under 19 Player of The Year: Rachel McGoldrick

There were also presentations on the night for Player of the Year as voted by the players:

Men’s Under 20 Players’ Player of the Year: Thomas Morley

Men’s Under 17 Players’ Player of the Year: Callum Lynch

Men’s Under 15 Players’ Player of the Year: Cillian Barlow

Men’s Under 14 Players’ Player of the Year: Ryan Maloney

Women’s Under 19 Player’s Player of the Year: Lauren Devaney

Women’s Under 17 Player’s Player of the Year: Natasha Kelly

Women’s Senior Player’s Player of the Year: Keri Loughrey

Women’s Senior Player’s Young Player of the Year: Keeva Flynn

Thank you to the Bit O Red Supporters Trust for organising the night and awards. Special thanks to Richard Wehrly of Wehrly Brothers for sponsoring the trophies, Fergal Quinn of Lola Montez for hosting the event, Donal Ryan as MC, and Kevin Noone for music on the night. 

Congratulations to all the players who received awards on the night.

Sligo Rovers signed off on the 2024 season with a narrow two goal defeat to St Patrick’s Athletic at the Showgrounds.

Ex-Rovers man Aidan Keena opened the scoring shortly before half-time in this one, while substitute Roman Palmer settled the result for the visitors at the death. 

The result means Rovers finish the season in very respectable sixth place. 

The home side made one change from last week’s score draw with the Tribesmen. Centre half John Mahon was handed his first start just two days short of one year since his last start for the club following an achilles injury which kept him sidelined for the vast majority of the year. 

Pat’s likewise made the one switch. Jake Mulraney replacing Zach Elbouzedi from the narrow win over Derry City in Inchicore.

The occasion certainly didn’t have an end of season feel with both sides contributing to an entertaining pace to the game. 

The Saints looked like they might steal a march inside the opening 60 seconds, but Kian Leavy’s touch let him down when it looked like he was through on Ed McGinty’s goal. 

Three minutes later, Sligo’s Luke Pearce then spurned a great chance to open the scoring but fired wide from close range.

McGinty was on hand to keep the scores level shortly after when he kept out a Chris Forrester effort from the edge of the area. Forrester almost capitalising on the space offered to him by Ollie Denham who had strayed well out of position. 

McGinty’s opposite number Joseph Anang reacted to block a Fitzgerald snapshot from the angle on the half hour. While Rovers were forced into a change ten minutes from the interval when Simon Power was forced off with injury. 

Things deteriorated further for the hosts seven minutes from half-time when they fell behind to their former player. Jake Mulraney striding around Fitzgerald before laying a cross onto the forehead of Keena who nodded past McGinty for his fifth goal of the campaign and his second against his old club.

McGinty kept Rovers from sinking further when he flashed a wrist at Brandon Kavanagh’s shot on 43 minutes as Stephen Kenny’s charges ended the half on top. 

Three minutes into the second period, Pearce went close again. Sligo skipper Niall Morahan picked out the former Southampton man with a sublime through ball, but Pearce was repelled by a great save down to his right from Anang. 

Rovers had plenty of possesion in opening 20 or so minutes of the second half but couldn’t unlock a stubborn Pat’s defence.

Anang did grab a Fitzgerald header from an Owen Elding cross on 73, while the Ghanian got behind Elding’s shot on the turn 30 seconds later as Sligo began to push for the leveler.

Substitute Palmer settled the score on 90 minutes when he slotted the ball under McGinty.

Sligo Rovers: Ed McGinty; JR Wilson (Daire Patton 79), John Mahon (Kyle McDonagh 60), Ollie Denham, Reece Hutchinson; Jack Henry-Francis, Niall Morahan; Simon Power (Owen Elding 35), Connor Malley, Will Fitzgerald; Luke Pearce. 

St Patrick’s Athletic: Joseph Anang; Ryan McLaughlin (Carl Sjoberg 79), Tom Grivosti, Joe Redmond, Anto Breslin; Jamie Lennon, Chris Forrester; Jake Mulraney (Romal Palmer 66), Kian Leavy (Zach Elbouzedi 58), Brandon Kavanagh (Jason McClelland 79); Aidan Keena (Cian Kavanagh 79). 

Referee: Rob Harvey.

Attendance: 3,620.