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Men’s Match Preview: Kerry FC (A)

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Date: 11th April 2025
Kick-off: 7.45pm
Venue: Mounthawk Park, Kerry

Kerry FC for now have the same points total as Athlone, but a successful appeal may change that. Kerry have started brightly and are ahead of Athlone by goal difference. Athlone on the other hand are struggling to find the back of the net and will be hoping to kick start their season in the Kingdom today.

Nearly a year ago to the day these teams met in Mounthawk park and the winning goal scorer for Athlone on the day now lines out for Kerry, Carl Mujaguzi.

Team News

Athlone Town AFC come into the game with a number of absentees, Dan McKenna is back in training but will continue to miss the next few games, Oisin Duffy is a long term absentee and Dean Williams is struggling and won’t make the trip to Kerry.

Past Encounters

In the 8 games between the clubs there has been 4 wins for Athlone 2 wins for Kerry and a pair of draws in Athlone so history says there will be a winner today.

Key Players to Watch

Athlone Town AFC, Ben Feeney has made a great start to life with Athlone.  He will hope to continue his good form and help Athlone return to winning ways.

Kerry FC Joe Adams has been excellent since moving to the Kingdom and Athlone Town defence will have their hands full with the experienced midfielder.  

Match Tickets
Tickets for the game can be purchased by clicking here.

Live Coverage:

The game will be streamed live on LOITV at the below link. Individual match passes can be purchased for €5 or viewers can purchase a season pass which will give them access to all games across the League of Ireland.

KERRY V ATHLONE TOWN (loitv.ie)

Referee Team
Referee Glen Geraghty
1st Assistant Referee: Simon Drislane
2nd Assistant Referee: Paudie Hayes
4th Official: Jason Moore

Men’s Match Preview: Bray Wanderers (H)

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Date: April 4th 2025
Kick-off: 7:45pm
Venue: Athlone Town Stadium

Following a disappointing defeat at the hands of Finn Harp’s last week, Athlone will be hoping to claim all three points as they welcome Bray Wanderers to Athlone Town Stadium.

Tonight’s opponents, currently sitting in third place, have seen a recent upheaval in form in the past week, with victories over Cobh Ramblers (2-1) and UCD (1-0). The sides met recently in the Leinster Senior Cup, which resulted in a 1-1 draw.

What do you need to know?

There is an air of anticipation surrounding Athlone, as the potential of the players is evident with some strong showings this season. Dylan Hand has displayed consistency throughout the campaign, with a number of his team mates lacking a similar edge week on week.

Last week’s defeat to Finn Harps saw some fluid football, possession based football at times, which proved fruitful to breaking down a well-drilled Harps side, unfortunately, the deadlock could not be broken.

With Gideon Tetteh back from injury this week, it bolsters Dario’s attacking options against a strong Bray side. Three points tonight could see us climb into the play-off places, as Bray are sure to have similar ambitions for the season.

Team News

Dan Mckenna and Oisin Duffy remain sidelined through injury while Dean Williams sat out of training midweek and remains a doubt. Gideon Tetteh returns from injury and should be fit to feature at the weekend.

Key Players to Watch

Declan McDaid possesses an abundance of pace and skill, capable of unlocking any defence. The Scotsman has one goal this season and will be hopeful he can get in behind the Bray defence tonight and add to his scoring tally.

Calum Costello is also a tricky winger who contains a similar skillset to McDaid. The 18-year-old, on loan from Waterford, also has one goal this season and has provided dangerous chances for his team as they continue their promotion push.

Match Information

Match Tickets for tonight can be purchased here

The game will be streamed live on LOITV here

Subscriptions for LOITV can be purchased here

Preview by Jake McLoughlin

Women’s Match Preview: Bohemians (H)

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Date: 29th of March 2025
Kick-off: 7.30pm
Venue: Athlone Town Stadium

Athlone Town AFC have started the season well even though they have an injury crisis at this time and they will be hoping to continue their good start and get more points on the board. Bohs have recruited well and are building a talented squad and will be looking to beat the champions on their own patch here today.

The game will kick off at 7.30pm.

Team News

Athlone Town AFC come into the game with a couple of injury concerns. Kerry Brown, Katelyn Keogh and Chloe Singleton are long term injuries, and Ciara O Neill and Roisin Molloy missed out last week and are unlikely to play. Sarah Flannelly is still doubtful after she was taken off in the Presidents Cup due to injury. Kellie Brennan returns from suspension. 

Past Encounters

Athlone Town and Bohs have played thirteen times with each team having a couple of wins and only three draws. There hasalways been goals in games between the clubs so this would indicate that both goalkeepers will be busy.

Key Players to Watch

For Athlone Town AFC Aoife Murphy O Connor has been excellent in the two games she started having come through the academy she is a testament to the work the coaches are putting in with the younger players in the club and she is a joy to watch.

For Bohs Hannah Healy is a very exciting talent and Bohswere looking to sign her last season but eventually got their woman. She is a player that fans should keep an eye on as she is someone that will feature in an Ireland Senior squad soon. 

Match Tickets
Tickets for the game can be purchased by clicking here.
Match Ticket Prices: Adult €10 Senior/Student €5 Child U12 Free

Live Coverage:

The game will be live on LOITV

Follow the Athlone Town AFC channel on WhatsApp:Click Here For The Whatsapp Channel 

Referee Team
Referee Michael Connolly
1st Assistant Referee: Darren Carey
2nd Assistant Referee: Keenan Deering​​
4th Official: Wayne McDonnell

Men’s Match Preview: Finn Harps (H)

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Date: March 28th 2025
Kick-off: 7:45
Venue: Athlone Town Stadium

Athlone Town will be aiming to get back to winning ways tonight as they host Finn Harps in Athlone Town Stadium. Following a 2-0 defeat to Cobh Ramblers last week, Dario’s men will be hoping to get back to for all three points tonight.

Finn Harps make the journey from Ballybofey with a new management team in the dugout, following the departure of Darren Murphy. The travelling fans will be hoping for a new manager bounce to build on their maiden win of the 2025 campaign last week, a 5-0 victory over Bray Wanderers.

What do you need to know?

It has been a frustrating start to the season, with a lack of consistent results, adding to the unpredictable nature of the competitive First Division. Athlone were competitive for the majority of last week’s loss in St. Colman’s Park, with the result not reflective of the performance.

Athlone come into this game in sixth place, four points ahead of tonights opponents sitting in eighth. A 1-1 draw to Bray Wanderers on Monday means the squad will be primed for this clash. As the table begins to take shape, the importance of tonight’s encounter cannot be denied.

Harps will be full of confidence following their hammering of Bray last week, it has been a poor start to the season for the Donegal side, picking up four points from a possible eighteen.

Tonight is the first of two home games in a row in the league as we face Bray at home again next Friday. Three points tonight will instil confidence in the players, as they continue their battle to ascend the league table.

Team News

Noe Baba misses this one through injury, having suffered a knock in Monday’s Leinster Senior Cup game against Bray. Dan McKenna and Oisin Duffy remained sidelined while Dean Williams returns to the squad alongside Lee Axworthy.

Key Players to Watch

Ben Feeney has been one of the standout performers for Athlone this season. His hard-work and determination, both on and off the ball has not gone unnoticed by the Athlone faithful. The striker will hope to add to his one goal so far this season, backed by the loyal home supporters.

Gavin Hodgins has been impressive for the away side this season. The former Shelbourne man has two goals and one assist so far this season off the left wing and may be problematic for the Athlone defence.

Match Information

Match Tickets for tonight can be purchased here

The game will be streamed live on LOITV here

Subscriptions for LOITV can be purchased here

Preview by Jake McLoughlin

Women’s Match Preview: Cork City (H)

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Date: 22nd of March 2025
Kick-off: 7.30pm
Venue: Athlone Town Stadium

Athlone Town AFC showed class last week when they felt hard done by to be reduced to ten players towards the end of the game, a peno save and a huge reaction from the players saw the town hold on to get a point from a hard-fought game. Cork had a hugely impressive win at home to Sligo last week with the impressive Christina Dring getting a brace. Cork have three points and Athlone have four so its all to play for in this game as teams jockey for position in the early going in the league.

The game will kick off at 7.30pm.

Team News

Athlone Town AFC come into the game with a couple of injury concerns. Kerry Brown, Katelyn Keogh and Chloe Singleton are long term injuries, and it will be a while before we see them fit to play. Sarah Flannelly is out after she was taken off in the Presidents Cup due to injury. Kellie Brennan is suspended.

Past Encounters

Athlone Town and Cork have played twelve times with each team having a couple of wins and only one draw. There has been an average of 4 goals per game so this would indicate that both goalkeepers will be busy.

Key Players to Watch

For Athlone Town AFC Kelly Brady has proven herself to ready for Women’s Premier Division here and the former u19 international has one goal already this season and we hope she will hit plenty of more.

For Cork City Eva Mangan is one of the most exciting players in the Women’s Premier Division and the last time these teams played in Athlone Town Stadium she wasn’t available so Athlone Fans will be hoping to see her today

Match Tickets
Tickets for the game can be purchased by clicking here.
Match Ticket Prices: Adult €10 Senior/Student €5 Child U12 Free

Live Coverage:

The game will be live on LOITV

Follow the Athlone Town AFC channel on WhatsApp: Click Here For The Whatsapp Channel  

Referee Team
Referee Arnold Hunter
1st Assistant Referee: Dermot Broughton  
2nd Assistant Referee: Richard Storey                   
4th Official: Thomas Joyce  

Photo by Evgeny Butusov

Men’s Match Preview: Cobh Ramblers (A)

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Date: March 21st 2025
Kick-off: 7:45pm
Venue: St. Colman’s Park

Athlone Town travel to St.Colman’s Park on Friday night to face Cobh Ramblers. Following a hard-earned three points against UCD, Athlone will be hoping to continue ascending the table with a victory on the road tonight.

Cobh, currently sitting in second place, two points behind Dundalk, will pose a stellar challenge to Dario Castelo’s side tonight. Similar to Athlone, tonight’s opponents are coming into this one, with the opportunity to claim three wins in a row, following victories against Finn Harps (2-1) and Longford Town (5-0).

What do you need to know

A victory for Dario’s men tonight will show a statement of intent for this campaign. A slow start to the season has been rectified, as we have claimed seven points from the last possible nine. Kyle Robinson’s goal secured all three points against the Students last week but it was the manner of the victory which was prudent throughout.

An onslaught of UCD attack in the final stages saw Dylan Hand and Cole Omorehiomwan dictate the penalty box with their strength and physicality, ensuring that their side claimed all three points. Declan McDaid scored his first goal of the season, with his left footed strike opening his account for the season. Athlone will come in to this game on the crest of the wave, yearning for another victory, as they continue to climb the table.

For the home side tonight, a Cian Murphy penalty sealed the victory in the closing stages of last week’s encounter with Finn Harps. Mick McDermott’s side are unbeaten this season, sitting two points behind league leaders Dundalk.

Key Players to Watch

Aaron Connolly has proved a maestro in midfield for the Midland’s side this season. His composure on the ball, dictating the play in the centre of the pitch has been instrumental to Athlone this season. His weight pass to the left wing set up Kyle Robinson’s winner last week but his exceptional work rate and determination makes him a crucial component in the Athlone machine in both defensive and attacking transistions.

Barry Coffey will be crucial for Cobh in the midfield battle. The attacking midfielder, formerly of Cork City, has three goals from five games this season. Having progressed through the youth ranks at Celtic, Coffey is pivotal to this Cobh team.

Match Information

Match Tickets for tonight can be purchased here

The game will be streamed live on LOITV here

Subscriptions for LOITV can be purchased here

Match Preview by Jake McLoughlin

Women’s Match Preview: Shamrock Rovers (A)

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Date: 15th of March 2025

Kick-off: 5pm

Venue: Tallaght

Athlone Town AFC return to Tallaght Stadium with unhappy memories from their last visit. Missing three players last week Athlone had a strong showing against a good Wexford side, Rovers come into the game on the back of a win against rivals Shelbourne. You have to go back as far as August to find Rovers last defeat and that was due to a goal in the 121stminute of their FAI Cup game with Shels so this will be a tough ask for the Champions.

The game will kick off at 5pm.

Team News

Athlone Town AFC come into the game with a couple of injury concerns. Kerry Brown, Katelyn Keogh and Chloe Singleton are long term injuries, and it will be a while before we see them fit to play. Sarah Flannelly who was taken off last week due to injury is a big doubt for the game.

Past Encounters

Athlone Town and Shamrock Rovers have played four times with each team having one win a piece and two draws. There has been an average of 4 goals per game so this would indicate that both goalkeepers will be busy.

Key Players to Watch

For Athlone Town AFC Madison Gibson has proven herself to be the most exciting player in the league and having missed last weeks game she is ready to go and hoping to start her season with a bang.

For Rovers Ruesha Littlejohn is in line to make her debut for Shamrock Rovers. Capped over 80 times for Ireland she is a signing that will bring plenty of eyes to the Women’s Premier Division

Match Tickets
Tickets for the game can be purchased by clicking here.
Match Ticket Prices: Adult €10 Senior/Student €8 Child U12 €5

Live Coverage:
The game will be live on LOITV

Follow the Athlone Town AFC channel on WhatsApp:Click Here For The Whatsapp Channel 

Referee Team
Referee Christopher Daly
1st Assistant Referee: Shane O Brien
2nd Assistant Referee: Alan Dunne​
4th Official: Philip Harrison

Men’s Match Preview: UCD (H)

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Date: March 14th 2025
Kick-off: 7:45 pm
Venue: Athlone Town Stadium

Athlone Town look to claim back to back victories for the first time this season as they welcome UCD to Athlone Town Stadium for the fifth game of the 2025 campaign.

Gideon Tetteh’s sensational strike was enough to claim all three points away to Wexford FC last week, but the students will provide a difficult opposition for Dario Castelo’s side. Friday’s visitors have earned respectable draws against both Finn Harps and Cobh Ramblers in their last two games.

What do you need to know

A win for Athlone will be crucial in building confidence for the squad and gaining momentum in their push for promotion, following a lacklustre start to the season. The games against Longford Town and Wexford FC have allowed players to settle into a new system following an abundance of new signings in the Summer.

Cole Omorehiomwan has offered an outlet to target for set pieces, Ben Feeney’s physicality up front and Gideon Tetteh’s pace down the wing accumulate to forge a dangerous attacking threat.

JR Wilson, Dylan Hand and Kyle O’Connor have solidified defensively, with the first clean sheet of the season coming against Wexford, with Matt Connor’s heroics, making a total of seven saves in Ferrycarrig Park.

The Students come into this game with two draws and one loss having played three games. William O’Connor’s side will be eager to earn their first win of the campaign on Friday night.

Team News

It remains to be seen if Declan McDaid will be fit for this encounter, having trained during the week. Bastien Hery is available having featured off the bench last week. Dan Mckenna remains absent through injury.

Key Players to Watch

Ben Feeney has started the season strongly for Athlone. The 21-year-old has one goal this season and was instrumental in Tetteh’s winning strike last week. His hold up play is instrumental for Athlone going forward while his positional sense makes him a constant threat to the opposition’s defence.

Ronan Finn is a stalwart of Irish football with over 300 appearances for Shamrock Rovers he returned to UCD for the 2024 season. A creative midfielder, the 37-year-old provides experience for the Dublin side who have a tendency to rely on youth. 

Match Information

Tickets for the game can be purchased by clicking here.

The game will be streamed live on LOITV here.

Subscriptions for LOITV can be purchased here.

Women’s Match Report: Wexford FC (H)

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Both teams started brightly, and it was clear it was both were intent on playing a nice brand of football.

Athlone had a much-changed team to the one that we were used to when we won the championship last season and on the Wexford side it was great to see Ellen Molloy back in the League of Ireland.

Wexford were intent on playing out from the back and there were a few moments early in the game where the Athlone press almost caught them out.

In the 8th minute we saw a glimpse of why Kelly Brady was so sought after when ball forward from Sarah Flannelly saw Brady spin Della Doherty but her shot she narrowly missed the Wexford goal.

In the 10th minute Maria O’Sullivan in the Wexford goal played a short kickout to Orlaith Conlon it was played back to O’Sullivan and Kelly Brady pounced. Brady put O’Sullivan under pressure and won the ball in the 6-yard box and it looked a certain goal but somehow O’Sullivan made a save to keep the game 0-0 she made up for her error.

Athlone did find the front in the 12th minute when a 1-2 between Brady and Ryan saw Izzy get in behind and she had time to pick out her cross and it was turned into her own net by Della Doherty to put the hosts 1-0 to the good.

On 30 mins Athlone had a great chance to double their lead Kelly Brady found Ryan in space but her shot rattled the crossbar but it wouldn’t have counted if it went in because the offside flag went up.

it wasn’t all Athlone and Wexford had a chance to pull one back in the 35th minute when a cross found Ciara Rossiter on the edge of the box and she turned it towards goal, but it rolled wide of the Athlone goal.

Some great pressing work from the Athlone forwards including Aoife Murphy O Connor and Roisin Molloy saw Wexford forced into a pass which was intercepted by Izzy Groves and her pass found Kelly Brady who riffled her shot home to put the town 2-0 up. It was enough to see the teams going in at half time with a 2-0 scoreline.

Wexford started the second half with purpose and were getting forward a lot more but were reminded how dangerous Athlone were with Roisin Molloy firing narrowly over on 52 minutes.

On 59 minutes Wexford thought they had pulled one back a freekick was headed forward by Kylie Murphy into the path of Becky Cassin her shot was saved by Plaschko and fell kindly to Della Doherty who was unlucky not to get one back for the visitors.

Both teams would go on to create chances but it was the home side who held on for the win and sees them begin their defence of the championship with a three points and clean sheet which will please new manager Colin Fortune.

Athlone Town AFC: Megan Plaschko, Kellie Brennan, Kayleigh Shine, Shauna Brennan, Sarah Flannelly (Hannah Waesch 28’), Israela Groves©, Kelly Brady, Roisin Molloy, Isabel Ryan, Aoife O’Connor (Hazel Donegan 79’), Ciara O’Neill

Unused Substitutes: Maria Matthaiou, Christianna Kiamou, Lucy Fitzgerald, Erica Cunningham

Bookings: None

Attendance: 271

AthloneTownAFC.ie Player of The Match: Isabel Ryan


Match Report Photo by Conor Brennan – view all photos here

Women’s Match Preview: Wexford FC (H)

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Pre-Match Preview: Athlone Town Vs Wexford FC           

Date: 8th of March 2025

Kick-off: 4.45pm

Venue: Athlone Town Stadium

Athlone Town AFC return to Women’s Premier Division action as defending champions and a new look dug out. Wexford are the visitors to Athlone Town Stadium. Athlone were in action last week in the Presidents Cup and came out on the wrong end of a 2-1 scoreline but new manager Colin Fortune can be happy with his teams showing.

The game will kick off at 4.45pm.

Manager Colin Fortune stated, “We are expecting a very competitive game here today and know how dangerous Wexford are.” He added “The girls are looking forward to the game.”

Team News

Athlone Town AFC come into the game with a couple of injury concerns. Kerry Brown, Katelyn Keogh and Chloe Singleton are long term injuries and it wil be a while before we see them fit to play. 

Past Encounters

Athlone Town and Wexford have played twelve times with no draws, Wexford winning six and Athlone winning six. Last time out they played in September and Athlone were victorious on that occasion, but Wexford are a big challenge for the hosts, and it won’t be an easy game for either team.

Key Players to Watch

For Athlone Town AFC Kelly Brady’s is an exciting talent and home fans will be excited when they see her in an Athlone shirt

For Wexord Ellen Molloy returns to Wexford and she is one of the most exciting players in the league. Ellen can really punish a team with her passing and freekicks.

Match Tickets
Tickets for the game can be purchased by clicking here.
Adults €10 Concessions €5

Live Coverage:

The game will be live on TG4

Follow the Athlone Town AFC channel on WhatsApp: Click Here For The Whatsapp Channel  

Referee Team
Referee Jason Moore
1st Assistant Referee: Endrit Malaveci  
2nd Assistant Referee: Keenan Deering  
4th Official: Darragh White