Champions elect Shelbourne and playoff contenders Bray Wanderers played out an entertaining scoreless draw on a night of tension at Tolka Park.
The full report, courtesy of Andrew Dempsey and extratime.ie can be read HERE.
Shelbourne: Colin McCabe, Lorcan Fitzgerald, Derek Prendergast, Sean Quinn (Darragh Noone 73′), Aidan Friel, Luke Byrne, Karl Moore, Ryan Brennan, Shane Farrell, Denzil Fernandes (Greg Moorhouse 85′), Ciarán Kilduff
Subs not used: Dean Delany, Daniel McKenna, Dayle Rooney, Conan Byrne, Alex O’Hanlon.
Bray Wanderers: Adam Hayden, Hugh Douglas, Killian Cantwell, Sean Heaney, Derek Daly, Luka Lovic, Brandon McCann (Jake Ellis 87′), John Martin, Joe Doyle (Philip Gannon 70′), Dylan McGlade, Dean Williams.
Subs not used: Gabriel Sava, Darragh Gibbons, Luke Nolan, Dylan Thornton, Cian Maher.
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SSE Airtricity League – First Division
Shelbourne FC v Bray Wanderers FC
Friday, August 30
Tolka Park
19:45
Shels boss Ian Morris has said the Reds faithful have “really inspired the players” in the recent weeks and will be looking for the same on Friday night at Tolka Park.
Shelbourne welcome play-off spot hopefuls Bray Wanderers to Tolka Park on Friday in the SSE Airtricity League First Division, with the Reds five points clear at the top with three games to go.
In what represents a massive match for both sides, Morris says he is hoping for Reds fans to turn Tolka Park into “an intimidating place to go” once more as we look for another three points in our quest for promotion.
“You could see it in Longford last time out when the away fans brought the noise and gave the players another edge which helped us massively,” he said.
Despite the magnitude of the game, Morris said the players are “raring to go” after a two week break and with the confidence of the 2-0 win away to Longford.
“We were fantastic down there and created a lot of chances while limiting them to minimal opportunities, they had a bit of a rally late on but it was a big win for us,” he told shelbournefc.ie.
Striker Greg Moorhouse grabbed a crucial goal in that game and Morris said he was “delighted” for Moorhouse had shown he “maintained his levels” and took his chance when it was needed.
With two previously tight encounters between the two sides, with the Reds winning 1-0 both times, Morris has been impressed by the Seasiders.
“Bray have a really strong squad, with Premier Division experience and players who can hurt you going forward. It’s a massive game for both clubs,” he said.
JR Wilson underwent an operation during the week and will miss Friday’s game along with Dan Byrne. Oscar Brennan and Jaze Kabia are both suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards.
Injured: JR Wilson, Daniel Byrne
Doubtful: None
Suspended: Jaze Kabia, Oscar Brennan
Previous SSE Airtricity League First Division results
Shels face Bray Wanderers in their third last game of the season on Friday night against play-off chasing Bray Wanderers. The Reds go into the game five points clear at the top of the league knowing a win and Drogheda United dropping points in their game against Athlone Town will secure promotion to the Premier Division. In two tight encounters this season, Shels got the three points at home and away with 1-0 wins against the Seasiders.
Tolka Park is easily accessible via several bus routes from the city centre and various other places in Dublin. Bus routes that serve the stadium are: 1, 11, 13, 16, 16c, 16d, 33, 41, 41b, 41c, 41d, 44, 842 which serve Drumcondra Road bus stop beside Fagans leaving fans two minute walk from the stadium.
Facilities
The Tolka Bar will be open from 18:30 with a range of draught, bottled beers and cider as well as wine and soft drinks. Guinness is priced just €4.
Our snack shop as well as Little Grill hot food stall will also be open upon gate opening.
The Kids Zone for familes will also be open with face painting and other children's activities available.
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Só Hotels Women's National League
Shelbourne FC v Peamount United
Tolka Park
Sunday, August 25
Kick off 2pm
Shelbourne FC take on title rivals Peamount United this Sunday, August 25 at Tolka Park in a clash that sees first play second. Kick off is 2pm and we have some special promotional offers available which are available below.
Having had the perfect start to their season, winning their first 13 matches, Peamount finally dropped points earlier this month to Galway, while Shels claimed the first silverware of the season, winning the Só Hotels League Cup having beaten Peamount in the semi final.
We want to get as many Shels supporters as possible to come along on Sunday. Both sides boast several Irish internationals and the stage is set for a fantastic game.
The bar and snack shop will be open and admission is just €5 for adults with U16s free. Shelbourne Season Tickets are valid.
Adult admission (including season ticket holders) includes:
A token for a free drink in the bar (available for use on Sunday or at our Bray home game on August 30)
The chance to pre-register to guarantee themselves a place on the supporters bus to Drogheda for the crucial men's match on September 13.
Shelbourne have all but ended Longford Town’s slim hopes after a dominant defensive display saw the Reds go eight points clear of their third-placed promotion rivals.
To read the full report, courtesy of Andrew Dempsey and extratime.ie, click HERE
Longford Town: Lee Steacy, Shane Elworthy, Anto Breslin, Mick McDonnell, Conor Kenna, Aodh Dervin, Dean Byrne, Sean Boyd, Joe Manley, Dylan Grimes (Jack Doherty 75′), Sam Verdon (Aaron Dobbs 64′).
Subs not used: Jack Menton, Tristan Noack-Hofmann, Dean Zambra, Adam Evans, Karl Chambers
Shelbourne: Colin McCabe, Lorcan Fitzgerald, Derek Prendergast, Aidan Friel, Luke Byrne, Oscar Brennan, Karl Moore, Ryan Brennan (Sean Quinn 62′), Shane Farrell, Denzil Fernandes (Darragh Noone 75), Kieran Kilduff (Greg Moorhouse 57′).
Subs not used: Dean Delany, Conan Byrne, Dan McKenna, Dayle Rooney.
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BOHEMIANS 3 (Keith Buckley 85’, Daniel Mandroiu 88′, 90+1’)
Bohemians and Shelbourne served up a second-half for the ages with the home side coming away with a 3-2 victory at Dalymount Park.
The full report, courtesy of Colman Stanleyandextratime.iecan be accessedHERE.
Bohemians: James Talbot, Darragh Leahy, Aaron Barry, Danny Mandroiu, Danny Grant (Ross Tierney 83′), Conor Livingston (Keith Ward 63’), Andre Wright, Keith Buckley, James Finnerty, Andy Lyons, Luke Wade-Slater.
Substitutes: Michael Kelly, Scott Allardice, Robbie McCourt, Ryan Graydon, Michael Barker
Shelbourne: Dean Delany, Lorcan Fitzgerald, Oscar Brennan, Conan Byrne (Ciaran Kilduff 61’), Daniel McKenna, Shane Farrell, Dayle Rooney (Darragh Noone 79’), Sean Quinn (James English 87′), Derek Prendergast, Luke Byrne, Jaze Kabia.
Substitutes: Colin McCabe, Alex O’Hanlon, Aidan Friel, Greg Moorhouse.
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COBH RAMBLERS 1 (Matthew Lambe 90+2′)
SHELBOURNE 0
Cobh Ramblers snatched a dramatic last-minute winner over Shelbourne to keep the First Division title race wide open at St. Colman’s Park on Saturday evening.
Both sides began the game quite tentatively with defences on top for the opening stages. It was Shels who had the first opening of the game when a quick free-kick by Daniel McKenna allowed Carl Moore to shoot from distance, with his effort being tipped over the bar by Paul Hunt.
That chance spurred Ramblers into life and they almost took the lead when Dave Hurley rifled a volley in from over 30 yards that had Colin McCabe scrambling to save.
The Cobh midfielder tested McCabe again moments later but the Shels stopper was once again equal to the effort. Ramblers enjoyed the majority of possession for the rest of the half but failed to muster any attempts in front of goal.
The league leaders emerged in the second half with increased motivation. Kabia found himself through in the 53rd minute but his shot rattled the bottom of the post. It was now relentless pressure from the visitors with Shane Farrell going close soon after.
Ramblers to their credit weathered the storm but continued to struggle in front of goal. Shels pushed for a winner and had the ball cleared off the line before Byrne shot straight at Hunt when it looked certain he would score.
Just as it looked like it would end scoreless, Ramblers found a winner in the 92nd minute when Charlie Fleming crossed from the right and found the head of Matt Lamb to send St. Colman’s Park into raptures.
Report courtesy of sseairtricityleague.ie
Cobh Ramblers: Paul Hunt, Kevin Taylor, Charlie Flemming, Ben O’Riordan, Ian Turner, Cameron Harlson, Charlie Lyons, Stephen O’Leary. Bryan Murphy (Andrew Cronin 79′), Matt Lambe, Dave Hurley
Substitutes: Adam Mylod, Conor Walsh, Mickey Foley, Stephen O’Connor, Michael O’Rourke, Jamie O’Sullivan.
Shelbourne: Colin McCabe, Aidan Friel, Luke Byrne, Oscar Brennan, Lorcan Fitzgerald, Shane Farrell (Conan Byrne 71′), Karl Moore (Greg Moorhouse 89′), Ryan Brennan, Daniel McKenna, Ciarán Kilduff, Jaze Kabia (James English 77′)
Substitutes: Dean Delany, Sean Quinn, Alex O’Hanlon, Derek Prendergast.
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We're hosting an Under 10 girls tournament at Tolka Park on Saturday August 31. Entry is open to all clubs for what is sure to be a brilliant occasion for all players and families!
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