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RTÉ News
18 hours ago
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Bobby Burns nets late equaliser as Galway United and Shelbourne finish level
Galway United and Shelbourne shared the spoils at Eamonn Deacy Park after Bobby Burns netted late to cancel out Mipo Odubeko's first-half header. Ahead of the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division clash, there were two major stories surrounding both clubs off the pitch. Damien Duff's abrupt departure from Shelbourne dominated the news last weekend, while Galway United hit the headlines in recent days, with star striker Moses Dyer set to leave the club. Dyer,the league's current top goalscorer with ten goals, is expected to move closer to his native New Zealand to sign for Cambodian Premier League side Phnom Penh Crown. Back on the pitch, tonight's encounter began at a lively pace with the first chance of proceedings falling the way of United striker Malcom Shaw, but Conor Kearns did enough to keep out the low effort. Shelbourne mustered their first clear-cut opportunity just after the 10th minute. The reigning top-flight champions must have thought they were going to go in front when Mipo Odubeko got in behind the United defence and rounded goalkeeper Evan Watts, only for his open goal effort to be miraculously cleared off the line by the retreating Garry Buckley. Shels started to take control of the early exchanges, as a Sean Boyd penalty claim was waved away, before the eventual goal arrived. In the 25th minute, Jonathan Lunney dinked a delicate ball into the box, which landed on the head of Odubeko, who made no mistake this time around, as his header hit the back of the net. Just before the break, United pushed for a leveller, as Shaw, who showed positive glimpses in his first full start, tested Kearns with a low strike, with the rebound landing at the feet of Edward McCarthy, but the Shels shot-stopper came to the rescue once again to keep his side in front. Like the first, the second half started on the front foot. Just after the interval, the energetic Odubeko found space to run at the home backline, before he made Watts work to keep the scoreline at a minimum. A few minutes later, the Shels goalscorer was superbly set up by Harry Wood, but the striker's close-range wayward strike failed to hit the target. The second-half chances continued, as Boyd soon had the ball in the back of the net, but was flagged for offside, while Odubeko glanced a headed opportunity just wide of the post. At the other end of the pitch, McCarthy went close with a deflected effort, while Cillian Tollett nearly got on the end of a set-piece. As Shelbourne seemed to be managing the game, United were rewarded, as substitute Burns took full advantage of a Kearns fumble to level the match in the 85th minute. A late opportunity came the way of Boyd, but, to the relief of the United faithful, his stinging strike flashed just wide of the target, as the points were shared on Corribside. Galway United: Watts; Byrne, Slevin, Brouder (Borden 45), Walsh; Cunningham (Burns 57), Hurley (Donelon 81), Shaw (Tollett 72), McCarthy (McCormack 81 / Horgan 90), Buckley; Esua.
RTÉ News
3 days ago
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- RTÉ News
Waterford FC confirm formal sanction for racist incident towards Shamrock Rovers player by fan
Waterford FC have confirmed that the club has been "formally sanctioned' by the FAI following a racist incident towards a Shamrock Rovers player by one of their supporters in their 3-1 loss against the Dublin outfit. The club previously stated they were cooperating with relevant authorities and the FAI confirmed that they opened an investigation into the incident that occurred at the RSC on 16 May. A statement from the Munster side read: "Waterford Football Club can confirm the club has been formally sanctioned by the FAI following a racist incident that took place during our SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division game against Shamrock Rovers FC on Friday 16 May. "Waterford FC stand side by side with the League of Ireland and our supporters in taking a zero-tolerance approach to tackling racism within the game. "This investigation remains ongoing with An Garda Siochána.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
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- Irish Daily Mirror
Waterford FC sanctioned over racist incident during Shamrock Rovers game
Waterford FC have been sanctioned by the FAI following the racism incident at their home game with Shamrock Rovers in May. A Waterford supporter aimed a racist remark at Shamrock Rovers player Victor Ozhianvuna while the 16-year-old warmed up during the first-half. While the FAI have not revealed the extent of the sanction, it is understood the Blues have been fined following a probe into the matter. But an Garda Siochána have not closed the case and their investigation into the incident at the RSC on May 16 remains ongoing. Click this link or scan the QR code to receive the latest League of Ireland news and top stories from the Irish Mirror. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. A Waterford statement today read: 'Waterford Football Club can confirm the club has been formally sanctioned by the FAI following a racist incident that took place during our SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division game against Shamrock Rovers FC on Friday 16th May. 'Waterford FC stand side by side with the League of Ireland and our supporters in taking a zero-tolerance approach to tackling racism within the game. 'This investigation remains ongoing with An Garda Siochána. Waterford FC will remain in close support to Ain this investigation.' Get the latest sports headlines straight to your inbox by signing up for free email.
RTÉ News
4 days ago
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Continuity 'most obvious' option to fill void left by Damien Duff at Shelbourne, say Alan Cawley and David McMillan
With Shelbourne facing into the difficult task of filling the void left by Damien Duff, the club would be best served pushing for Joey O'Brien to take the reins at least until the end of the season, according to Alan Cawley and David McMillan. Republic of Ireland legend Duff made the shock decision to resign as Shelbourne manager on Sunday just seven months on from guiding the club to a first SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title in 18 years. While their title defence has not gone swimmingly this season and Duff's frustrations with his players had become more pronounced, a lucrative Champions League first qualifying round tie against Linfield was awaiting next month which made the timing of his decision all the more surprising. Speaking on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast, former league winners Cawley and McMillan both opined that the timing was "strange" and offered their views on the factors behind Duff's decision. But they also cast an eye ahead to how the north Dublin club can reset quickly with the Linfield tie looming, and both feel Duff's assistant Joey O'Brien, who took charge of the team for the 2-2 draw against Waterford on Monday, is an obvious choice to be handed the reins at least until the end of the season, although the ex-Irish international has remained non-committal about the prospect thus far. "It leaves such a hole for them because you speak about not only the football end of things but also the promotional and marketing side of things," said Cawley of Duff's departure. "And not just Shelbourne, I think the league was basing a lot of their marketing and promotion on Damien Duff and him being a key figure in our league. "This was a fella who was getting front and centre all the time on the back pages of the papers, online or wherever and now that's gone. "So that's going to be a huge void to fill just in terms of the promotional side of things and marketing. "But in terms of who they bring in from the footballing end of things, I think even listening to Joey O'Brien's interview last night, it could be a thing that he takes it or that might be what they might want until the end of the season, because there's continuity. "He seems like a similar enough figure (to Duff) in terms of his drive and his motivation. He was obviously a brilliant player as we know and had big success. "So it could be something that he could be the ideal candidate if he wants to step into the breach. I don't know (if he wants it), it will have to come from him. But even just in terms of until the end of the season till they regroup." Cawley added that his former club Shels will not be short of suitors for the vacancy given the growing status the club and league has enjoyed during Duff's three-and-a-half-year spell. "They won't be short on people interested in the job, even from across the water as well. There would be huge interest because of, again, what Damien has brought in terms of the interest, not just domestically but all over the UK as well," he said. But McMillan agreed that O'Brien would be the best bet particularly in light of the Linfield tie, given the 39-year-old's extensive knowledge of the squad. "(The managerial change) adds a little bit of confusion for Linfield and that's where I think from Shels' perspective, continuity for the next couple of weeks (is important), as Alan says, until the end of the season - but at least for the next month or two," said the former Dundalk striker. "Probably if I was a decision-maker in Shelbourne I think the most obvious thing to do is to try and ensure that Joey stays there. "If he's not committed to doing it long-term, at least have him there for the next month in charge to see through these games because I think if you're bringing in a new manager with such a short space of time to what are such crucial games, that's really hard to try (with) new tactics and everything that a new manager brings. It's really hard to hit the ground running into those games. "Continuity for Shelbourne will be really important and football's all about timing and I think it's right that Joey will stay there."
RTÉ News
4 days ago
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- RTÉ News
RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Damien Duff's shock exit and what next for Shels? Ireland in the USA and brilliant Bohs
Former SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title winners Alan Cawley and David McMillan join Raf Diallo to react to Damien Duff's shock Shelbourne exit, the European draw for League of Ireland clubs and the weekend's domestic results including Bohemians' derby win over Shamrock Rovers, while Shels midfielder Rachel Graham looks ahead to this week's two Republic of Ireland women's friendlies versus USA and details Saturday's league action. TIMESTAMPS 01:20 Alan and David give their takes on Damien Duff's unexpected decision to resign as Shelbourne manager on Sunday and how the void at Tolka Park might be filled in the shorter and longer-term. 23:25 David and Alan react to the Champions League and Conference League draws that have pitted Shelbourne against Linfield - first leg live on RTÉ on 9 July - and St Patrick's Athletic versus Lithuanian opponents. 32:35 Rachel discusses the Republic of Ireland women's two friendlies in the USA, what to expect from the world number one side and what the future may hold for Aoife Mannion and Heather Payne after being released by Manchester United and Everton respectively. 44:30 Rachel runs through Saturday's Women's Premier Division action including her Shelbourne side's win over Sligo Rovers where team-mate Kate Mooney plundered a hat-trick and their FAI Cup opponents Galway United put seven past Waterford. Plus, she talks about Damien Duff's impact at Shels at large. 56:15 Alan and David review the latest SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division matches including Bohemians' impressive derby win over leaders Shamrock Rovers, a vital victory for Sligo Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic continuing downturn in form, while David also shares his view on former club Dundalk who have seen their lead in the First Division whittled down to the bare minimum.
