Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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22 May,21:00
1 - 2
Full Time
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Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 0
11
S. McHale (Own Goal)
conceded an own goal for Sligo Rovers
2nd Half1 - 2
66
J. Esua
scored for Sligo Rovers
69
J. O'Sullivan
was cautioned
90+1
J. Byrne
was cautioned
90+4
S. Sargeant
was cautioned
90+7
C. McHugh
scored for Sligo Rovers

The upcoming meeting between Shamrock and Sligo Rovers takes place at Tallaght Stadium on 22 May 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Ireland Premier Division. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Shamrock operate with a flexible back three.

Sligo Rovers tend to play with an attacking mindset.

Recent Form

Shamrock

L L W W W

Sligo Rovers

W L D D L

Shamrock are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. The team should continue to build on their recent results.

Meanwhile, Sligo Rovers have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

Recent Form Home/Away

Shamrock (Home)

L W W W W

Sligo Rovers (Away)

W D L W L
Shamrock show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.

Sligo Rovers form remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Shamrock

- - - - +

Sligo Rovers

- - + - -

Shamrock are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Likewise, Sligo Rovers have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Shamrock (Home)

- - + - -

Sligo Rovers (Away)

- + - - -
There is little difference in Shamrock's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Sligo Rovers's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Shamrock

+ - + + -

Sligo Rovers

+ + - - -

Shamrock have often featured in open games with several goals. Chances tend to be created at both ends.

However, Sligo Rovers show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Much depends on the opponent.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Shamrock (Home)

+ + - + +

Sligo Rovers (Away)

+ - - + +
Shamrock's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.

Only small differences appear in Sligo Rovers's match tempo home versus away.

Scoring Consistency

Shamrock

+ - + + +

Sligo Rovers

+ + - + -

Shamrock show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

However, Sligo Rovers have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Shamrock (Home)

+ + + + +

Sligo Rovers (Away)

+ - - + +
Shamrock attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.

There is little difference in Sligo Rovers's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Referee: Paul Norton
Venue: Tallaght Stadium

Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.58
xG
1.32
68
Ball Posession (%)
32
3
Big Chances
2
2
Cautions
1
25
Shots
7
3
Shots on Goal
2
14
Shots Blocked
2
16
Shots inside Box
5
9
Shots outside Box
2
1
Hit Woodwork
1
7
Fouls
4
3
Corner Kicks
4
30
Throw Ins
13
0
Saves
3
4
Free Kicks
7
2
Offsides
1
659
Passes Total
303
584
Passes Completed
220
227
Passes in the final 3rd Total
85
182
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
39
37
Touches in the Opposition Box
14
17
Tackles Total
21
11
Tackles Completed
12
12
Clearances
35
23
Crosses Total
12
2
Crosses Completed
1
4
Interceptions
13

Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
E. McGinty
29
S. Sargeant
5
L. Grace
5
S. Blaney
2
A. Matthews
52
G. Mcelroy
22
T. Sobowale
15
O. Denham
19
A. Brennan
7
W. Fitzgerald
29
J. Byrne
17
S. McHale
8
M. Healy
14
J. McManus
7
D. Watts
33
J. Esua
11
J. Mulraney
71
D. Patton
9
A. Greene
11
C. Kavanagh
31
M. Noonan
19
A. Nolan

Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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