Drogheda United 3
Limerick 3
LIMERICK MAINTAINED THEIR unbeaten record with a last-gasp equaliser against Drogheda United at United Park.
The champions elect were second best for long periods, but despite trailing 3-1, they were able to claw a point through Aaron Greene’s header with time almost up.
The hosts were the better side for the opening half and deservedly took the lead on 10 minutes. A misplaced pass from the Limerick midfield was intercepted by Séan Brennan, who raced clear of Tony Whitehead and slotted easily beyond the on-rushing Freddy Hall.
Gareth McCaffrey, on-loan from Shamrock Rovers, almost doubled his side’s lead when his 20-yard strike was deflected. Hall was alert and expertly tipped the ball around the post, despite the ball looking destined for the top corner.
A pair of half-time substitutes gave Limerick an initial lift. Kevin Farragher cleared off the line after O’Flynn rounded McGuinness. The pressure was soaked up well by the hosts, who were quick to close down their opponents all evening.
Approaching the hour, a crazy seven minutes began. First Mark Griffin eluded Shaun Kelly down the left, he squared for McCaffrey who swept home first time. But Limerick replied almost immediately, Lee-J Lynch fired off the post from the edge of the area, only for the rebound to fall kindly for Paul O’Conor, who slotted home to cut the deficit. The crazy seven minutes was complete when United went 3-1 ahead, Mark Griffin set clear to blasted into the net.
With 10 minutes to go, Limerick found a lifeline. Muhall cut the ball back to Duggan who used the post to find the net. Pete Mahon’s side seemed to sit deeper and deeper as the visitors trailed for only a third time this season.
Captain Duggan brought a fine save from McGuinness, and that appeared to be the Blues final chance.
Sean Brennan had an effort cleared off the line in stoppage time as Limerick lost their shape chasing for the equaliser. Limerick broke and won a corner which Sean Russell planted onto the head of Aaron Greene who scored his 10th League goal of the season.
Drogheda United: Stephen McGuinness; Colm Deasy, Luke Gallagher, Stephen Dunne, Kevin Farragher; Richie Purdy, Jake Hyland (Sean Thornton 85) , Mark Griffin, Séan Brennan, Gareth McCaffrey (Liam Donnelly); Aaron Ashe (Derek Doyle 85).
Limerick: Freddy Hall; Shaun Kelly, Tony Whitehead, Robbie Williams, Shane Tracy (Sean Russell 46); Paul O’Conor, Lee-J Lynch, Shane Duggan ; Stephen Kenny (Chris Mulhall) , Aaron Greene, John O’Flynn.
Referee: John McLoughlin
How was Porter not nominated. The stand out scrummager and ball carrier.
Because there are only 5 places and they seem to be spreading the nomination across 5 different Countries. He has been excellent too, though.
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Deegan has been brilliant all tournament and scored one of the tries of the competition in the semis. Let’s make sure to get our votes in while they’re all asleep in New Zealand.
I think having the public vote is unfair, it means England will probably win it on the basis of having a bigger population and just a case of blind voting.
You should probably click the link Cathal; it’s a wall of votes for Deegan.
I have clicked it ( Im one of the voters on that wall) great to see! If Malinder wins it it will be a disgrace, for me Deegan is the clear winner and if anyone wins then the IRFU should complain tbh.
Good man Cathal. Hopefully we will have plenty to celebrate come Saturday night.
God yes, i’d actually prefer us win this match than the series in SA (Although I would prefer we win both!)
I know World rugby like to spread the candidates by nation but I feel 1 player isn’t enough, Porter and Ryan had to also been in the running and I’m only naming a few!
He may have shine in a few games but he’s far from our best player.. Was terrible during the 6 nations, in fact was dropped and very average for Lansdowne 20s this season
The 6 nations isn’t relevant in a player of the tournament poll.
It’s an award for player of the tournament , therefore how he played during the 6 nations or for Lansdowne is irrelevant
I don’t get what the 6 Nations has to do with his brilliant performances in the under 20 World Rugby championship?? But maybe you can fill us in.
But he’s not been nominated for his six nations performances…This is for the world championship….where he’s been ireland stand out player.if you say he hasn’t had a great season does that not make his performances all the better?
Marc. That is a very interesting comment. Did he play 20s all season without playing AIL?
Christiaan he played both AIL and 20s , won the 20s cup with Landsdowne, delighted he’s playing well and nominated, just stating the facts on his 6 Nations and club form.. How Porter and Stockdale aren’t nominated beggars belief.. Constantly brilliant
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