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Shamrock Rovers Secure Victory in Intense Match at Drogheda
Drogheda, Ireland – A hard-fought match at Sullivan & Lambe Park saw Shamrock Rovers defeat Drogheda United in a Premier Division Round 25 clash. The game, held on June 16, 2025, was characterized by high intensity and numerous cautions.
Drogheda United initially surprised by taking the lead in the 4th minute with a goal from G. Cooper, assisted by S. Farrell. However, Shamrock Rovers responded before halftime, with a goal from G. Burke in the 42nd minute.
The second half was dominated by Shamrock Rovers, who controlled possession with 70%. Their dominance materialized in the 74th minute with a goal from A. Greene, assisted by D. Mandroiu, sealing the victory for the away side.
The match was marked by a high number of fouls, 16 committed by Drogheda United and 8 by Shamrock Rovers. The referee was forced to show a total of 7 yellow cards to Drogheda United and 2 to Shamrock Rovers.
Regarding statistics, Drogheda United managed 30% ball possession, taking 11 shots, of which 3 were on target and 3 off target. Shamrock Rovers dominated possession with 70%, taking 10 shots, of which 6 were on target and 2 off target. In terms of corners, Drogheda United executed 5, while Shamrock Rovers had 7.
Substitutions shamrock rovers: at minute 46 D. Mandroiu came in and D. Nugent went out., at minute 66 J. Byrne came in and C. O’Sullivan went out., at minute 66 M. Noonan came in and D. Watts went out., at minute 76 D. Grant came in and T. Clarke went out., at minute 79 D. Cleary came in and G. Burke went out.
Substitutions drogheda united: at minute 56 R. Brennan came in and D. Markey went out., at minute 66 W. Davis came in and D. James-Taylor went out., at minute 72 A. Harper-Bailey came in and G. Cooper went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Drogheda United
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