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Irish Times
11 hours ago
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- Irish Times
Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley wary of threat posed by Cork City's livewire attackers
It's first versus last at Tallaght Stadium on Friday evening as Shamrock Rovers look to strengthen their hold on top spot in the Premier Division when Cork City visit Dublin 24. Unbeaten in 10 games, with seven victories in their last eight, Rovers are in cruise mode and enjoying their best form of the campaign. Stephen Bradley's side sit nine points clear at the summit, albeit with two games more played than second-placed Bohemians , who they meet at Dalymount Park on Monday in a mouth-watering top-of-the-table clash. Conversely, these are worrying times for Cork City, who are bottom of the league, two points adrift of Sligo Rovers and an alarming 10 points behind third-from-bottom Waterford. They travel to the capital on the back of last Friday's 2-0 home defeat to Bohemians. Manager Gerard Nash is still searching for his first win since taking charge four games ago. With no victory in eight and just two from 19 all season, Cork are in a battle to avoid relegation for a third time in six seasons. READ MORE 'The task is huge. We are in a fight, we know that,' said Nash after last week's defeat. 'We have 17 games [remaining] and we have to be better. The players care and we need to show fight and spirit now, starting in Tallaght.' The Leesiders held Rovers to a 1-1 draw at Turner's Cross early last month. Bradley is fully respectful of the challenge they bring despite the 29-point gap between the sides. Cork City's Sean Maguire was singled out by Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley. Photograph: Tom Maher/Inpho 'When you have (Seán) Maguire, Djenairo Daniels and Cathal O'Sullivan, their attacking threat with those three is as good as any in the country,' said the Rovers manager, whose only injury absentee is defender Adam Matthews. 'Seán Maguire's movement is very similar to (Waterford's) Padraig Amond, very good and very clever. O'Sullivan is a very good young player and Daniels causes real problems, so they must be respected and Cork as a team must be also.' [ Shelbourne end St Pats' unbeaten home record thanks to Ali Coote goal Opens in new window ] Having gone second in the table last week, Bohs manager Alan Reynolds brings his team to his native Waterford as they strive to make it three wins on the bounce to maintain their momentum ahead of hosting arch-rivals Rovers on Monday. 'Waterford are a good side,' said Reynolds, whose team has won nine of their last 12 games since languishing second bottom of the table at the end of March. Bohemians celebrate after Rhys Brennan's goal against Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght Stadium on April 21st, which helped turn their season around. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho 'They had a great record against us last season and they've beaten us already at Dalymount this season, so it's another game where I think we're going into it with something to prove.' Shelbourne welcome Derry City to Tolka Park with manager Damien Duff warning his players not to be distracted by next month's Champions League clash with Linfield . 'Your league form is what gets you to Europe. Don't take your eye off that,' said Duff. 'The lads need to realise they have to be on form individually to be in contention to start or play in Europe. That's very different to just being motivated by the occasion. 'It has to be collective and it has to carry. Build the form, attack the league, take that to Europe.' Friday's fixtures (all 7.45pm) Premier Division Drogheda United v Sligo Rovers Galway United v St Patrick's Athletic Shelbourne v Derry City Waterford v Bohemians Shamrock Rovers v Cork City First Division Athlone Town v Finn Harps Dundalk v Treaty United Kerry FC v Bray Wanderers UCD v Cobh Ramblers Wexford v Longford Town
Irish Independent
a day ago
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- Irish Independent
Shamrock Rovers aim to maintain nine-point lead in Cork City clash
Dan McDonnell and Seán O'Connor preview Friday's five League of Ireland Premier Division games with Shamrock Rovers hoping to maintain their nine-point lead against Cork City, while champions Shelbourne host Derry City at Tolka Park.
RTÉ News
4 days ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Cardiff appoint Brian Barry-Murphy as new head coach
Cardiff have confirmed the appointment of Brian Barry-Murphy as their new head coach. The 46-year-old, who began his career at Cork City in the late 1990s as earned two caps with the Republic of Ireland Under-21s, left his role at first-team coach at Leicester to take up the reins. Barry-Murphy, son of former Cork dual star and six-time All-Ireland winner Jimmy Barry-Murphy, has signed a three-year contract with the League One club. Cardiff finished bottom of the Championship last season and appointed Aaron Ramsey as interim manager for the final three games of the season after sacking Omer Riza. Barry-Murphy began his coaching career at Rochdale in 2019 and subsequently moved on to become head coach of Manchester City's elite development squad. Cardiff owner Vincent Tan said: "Throughout the interview process, Brian showed a huge passion for our club because he believes in what we're trying to do. "He brings enthusiasm, vibrancy and an exciting outlook on what today's football is, while looking to play an attacking style that our fans are sure to enjoy."
BBC News
4 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Killie lead race to sign Daniels
Kilmarnock are leading the race to sign 23-year-old Dutch striker Djenairo Daniels, currently with League of Ireland club Cork City. (Irish Independent), externalRead Monday's Scottish gossip
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
Kelleher leaves Colchester for Cork
Colchester United defender Fiacre Kelleher has joined League Of Ireland side Cork City after turning down a contract extension. The 29-year-old has agreed what Cork say is a "long-term" deal after making 32 appearances for Colchester last season and scoring three goals. Advertisement He began his career with Scottish giants Celtic and also had spells at Oxford United, Macclesfield, Wrexham, Bradford City, before joining Colchester in January 2023. Cork is Kelleher's home city and he told the club website: "It's been a few weeks in the pipeline, so it's nice to get something sorted." The deal will take effect on 1 July when his contract with Colchester expires.
