Another fantastic performance from our Wicklow Rovers U13s as they continued their rich vein of form with a brilliant win over a very strong St Joseph's Red side in the National Cup! 🏆
Rovers were quick out of the blocks and started brightly, playing some excellent football and putting their opponents under pressure.
After 15 minutes, the in-form Ryan Kirwan produced a moment of real class! Taking down a superb crossfield pass, Ryan flicked the ball over the defender with his second touch before sending a beautifully floated effort into the far top corner with his third. An absolutely brilliant finish, leaving the St Joseph's keeper rooted to the spot! 👏⚽
Half-time: Wicklow Rovers 1-0 St Joseph's Red
The second half saw Rovers pick up where they left off. The impressive Owen Cannon collected the ball on the left-hand side near halfway and set off on a dazzling, weaving run, driving all the way into the box before unleashing a rocket of a shot. The keeper couldn't hold it and the ever-alert Kirwan was on hand to pounce on the rebound and grab his second of the game! 🔥
St Joseph's Red pulled one back with a free kick with 15 minutes remaining, setting up a tense finish. But our lads dug deep, showed great character and determination, and rode their luck at times.
A special mention to Nathan Quinn, who stepped up when needed with some cracking saves to keep Rovers in front! 🧤👏
FULL-TIME: WICKLOW ROVERS 2-1 ST JOSEPH'S RED!
A brilliant team performance, full of quality, hard work, determination and togetherness. Every player played their part and the lads deserve huge credit for another excellent result.
A massive well done to all the players. The hard work on the training ground is certainly paying off, and this group continues to go from strength to strength.
Finally, a special thank you to St Joseph's Red for a fantastic, competitive game played in great spirits. Best of luck for the rest of your season.
UP THE ROVERS! ⚽
Rovers were quick out of the blocks and started brightly, playing some excellent football and putting their opponents under pressure.
After 15 minutes, the in-form Ryan Kirwan produced a moment of real class! Taking down a superb crossfield pass, Ryan flicked the ball over the defender with his second touch before sending a beautifully floated effort into the far top corner with his third. An absolutely brilliant finish, leaving the St Joseph's keeper rooted to the spot! 👏⚽
Half-time: Wicklow Rovers 1-0 St Joseph's Red
The second half saw Rovers pick up where they left off. The impressive Owen Cannon collected the ball on the left-hand side near halfway and set off on a dazzling, weaving run, driving all the way into the box before unleashing a rocket of a shot. The keeper couldn't hold it and the ever-alert Kirwan was on hand to pounce on the rebound and grab his second of the game! 🔥
St Joseph's Red pulled one back with a free kick with 15 minutes remaining, setting up a tense finish. But our lads dug deep, showed great character and determination, and rode their luck at times.
A special mention to Nathan Quinn, who stepped up when needed with some cracking saves to keep Rovers in front! 🧤👏
FULL-TIME: WICKLOW ROVERS 2-1 ST JOSEPH'S RED!
A brilliant team performance, full of quality, hard work, determination and togetherness. Every player played their part and the lads deserve huge credit for another excellent result.
A massive well done to all the players. The hard work on the training ground is certainly paying off, and this group continues to go from strength to strength.
Finally, a special thank you to St Joseph's Red for a fantastic, competitive game played in great spirits. Best of luck for the rest of your season.
UP THE ROVERS! ⚽
