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Drogheda United and Bohemians engage in an emotionally charged match
Drogheda United and Bohemians clashed in a thrilling encounter at Weavers Park, Drogheda, for the Premier Division of the 2024 season. The match, corresponding to the Regular Season – 26 round, was characterized by intensity and a fight for control of the game, with Bohemians dominating possession for much of the match.
The game started with an early goal from S. Farrell for Drogheda United in the 9th minute, but the local joy was short-lived, as D. Rooney equalized for Bohemians just 9 minutes later with a penalty. The first half continued at a frantic pace, with an own goal by J. Bolger putting Drogheda United back in the lead. However, another own goal, this time from C. Byrne, before halftime, put Bohemians in the lead at the end of the first half.
The second half continued with the same intensity, albeit with fewer goals. Bohemians maintained control of the game and managed to secure a 2-3 victory. The match was marked by a large number of yellow cards, with 5 for Drogheda United and 3 for Bohemians. In addition, L. Kavanagh received a red card in the 90th minute, leaving Bohemians with 10 players.
Match Statistics:
Drogheda United: 35% possession, 14 shots (3 on target, 9 off target), 3 corners, 8 fouls, 5 yellow cards, 0 red cards.
Bohemians: 65% possession, 16 shots (6 on target, 5 off target), 8 corners, 18 fouls, 3 yellow cards, 1 red card.
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Substitutions drogheda united: at minute 46 J. Keaney came in and E. Ahui went out., at minute 59 D. Markey came in and D. Webster went out., at minute 78 A. Foley came in and R. Brennan went out.
Substitutions bohemians: at minute 73 D. McDaid came in and A. Greive went out., at minute 84 D. Grant came in and J. Akintunde went out., at minute 85 J. Clarke came in and A. McDonnell went out., at minute 90 J. Mills came in and D. Rooney went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Drogheda United
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