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Men’s Match Preview: Treaty United (A)

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Date: Friday April 25th 2025
Kick-off: 7:45pm
Venue: Markets Field

Athlone Town make the journey to Limerick to take on Treaty United for Friday night’s First Division fixture. Sitting three points above Athlone, a victory against Tommy Barrett’s side would be instrumental in mounting a charge up the table, following two draws over the Easter weekend, against Wexford and Longford.

A positive performance against our Midland rivals on Easter Monday, which ultimately should have resulted in victory, will spur Athlone on tonight, who are desperate to claim all three points.

What do you need to know?

Athlone succumbed to Treaty in the first home game of the season, with the Limerick side only going on to win two more games, with victories coming against Finn Harps and Kerry.

Tonight’s opponents were defeated 2-0 by Wexford on Easter Monday, but earned a hard-fought point with a 1-1 draw against Dundalk on Good Friday.

For Athlone, a last minute Longford equaliser meant the points were shared in a game which Athlone dominated and should have sealed the victory earlier in the second half. Backed ferociously by the fans on Monday evening, the players fed off the atmosphere and will be hoping to turn in a similar performance tonight, claiming three points in the process.

Team News

Dan McKenna is available for selection following a lengthy spell on the sideline. Oisin Duffy and Dean Williams remain absent through injury, whilst Kyle Robinson is suspended following his yellow card against Longford.

Key Players to Watch

Brian Torre‘s cameo on Monday has left management with a selection dilemma. The winger replaced Declan McDaid at the end of the first half, imposing an impressive performance on the wing, creating an abundance of attacking opportunities, including a pin-point pass to assist Gideon Tetteh for the opening goal.

Lee Devitt, Treaty’s top goalscorer, will be remembered by Athlone fans , having scored a hat-trick in the reverse fixture in February. With six goals this season, the 24-year-old will menace the Athlone defence as he looks to advance beyond the final man and get in behind the centre-halves.

Match Information

The game will be streamed live on LOITV here

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Preview by Jake McLoughlin

Image from Conor Brennan

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

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

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Match Preview by Jake McLoughlin

Athlone Town Are In The Play-off Final!

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Athlone Town Are In The Play-off Final!

Athlone Town got the draw they needed to set up a clash with Bray Wanderers in the SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division Play-off Final, following a tough battle at Ferrycarrig Park. Dean Ebbe’s first leg penalty was enough to send The Town through.

The Play-off Final will take place on Saturday November 2nd at Dalymount Park, supporter buses will be running to and from the stadium and you can book you seats here! Supporter information will be out later in the week, see you all there!

Bray Wanderers v Athlone Town

Play-off Final

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Venue: Dalymount Park
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 4pm

TICKETS

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