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Report: Shamrock Rovers 3-2 Dundalk FC
Dundalk produced one of their most spirited displays of the season but were ultimately left empty-handed as league leaders Shamrock Rovers edged a breathless 3-2 contest at Tallaght Stadium. The Lilywhites twice fought back from behind and created enough chances to take something from the game, only for a costly defensive lapse late in the first half to prove decisive. The evening could hardly have started worse for Ciarán Kilduff's side. After just two minutes, Enda Minogue
5 days ago3 min read


Preview: Shamrock Rovers v Dundalk FC
Dundalk travel to Tallaght Stadium on Friday night to take on reigning Champions and league leaders Shamrock Rovers. The match is live on Virgin Media Two. Kick off: 8pm. Ciarán Kilduff Comments: "We're looking forward to the challenge of facing the champions, the league leaders and a side that continue to set the standard in Irish football. We have a huge amount of respect for Shamrock Rovers and what they've achieved, but our focus will be on making the best account of ou
7 days ago2 min read


Dundalk FC 1-1 Sligo Rovers: Report
Dundalk were forced to settle for a point at Oriel Park on Friday night as Gareth McElroy's stoppage-time equaliser earned Sligo Rovers a 1-1 draw. Having controlled much of the contest, the Lilywhites looked on course for all three points after captain Daryl Horgan fired them into the lead early in the second half. However, a late defensive error allowed the visitors to snatch a share of the spoils. Ciarán Kilduff’s side started brightly and created a number of opportunities
Aug 12 min read


FIRST PRO CONTRACT FOR AARON KEOGH
Dundalk FC are delighted to confirm that Aaron Keogh has signed his first professional contract with the club. Aaron joined from Shelbourne's Academy this season and has already made four first-team appearances, most recently featuring in our FAI Cup win over St Mochta's. Speaking to dundalkfc.com, Aaron stated: "I'm delighted to sign my first professional contract. It's something I've worked hard towards for a long time. It's great to be here every day with a really good gro
Jul 301 min read


"I'm Looking Forward To Getting Out There!" - Grivosti
Following the completion of his move to Oriel Park on transfer deadline day, new Dundalk FC signing Tom Grivosti has wasted little time settling into life with the Lilywhites. The 27-year-old defender, who joins from St Patrick's Athletic on a multi-year deal, was put straight through his paces after linking up with his new teammates for the first time and admits he is already feeling at home. "It went really well," said Grivosti after his first training session. "I've really
Jul 303 min read


Declan McDaid Signs New Contract
Dundalk FC is delighted to confirm that Declan McDaid has signed a new contract extension with the club. The Glasgow native joined the Lilywhites in the summer of 2024 and has become an important member of the squad, playing a key role in the club's promotion back to the Premier Division before continuing his strong form this season. McDaid, who has featured in a variety of positions throughout the campaign, said he was thrilled to extend his stay at Oriel Park. "I'm loving i
Jul 302 min read


Dundalk v Sligo Rovers: Preview
Dundalk FC v Sligo Rovers League of Ireland Premier Division Friday, 31 July Oriel Park Kick-off: 7.45pm Dundalk FC welcome Sligo Rovers to Oriel Park on Friday night as the sides meet for the third time in the League of Ireland Premier Division this season. The first meeting between the clubs in March was decided by a Daryl Horgan penalty in a hard-fought contest at Oriel Park, while Sligo claimed the points in the reverse fixture with a 2-0 victory at The Showgrounds in Apr
Jul 302 min read


DFC Welcome The Liverpool FC Foundation
Dundalk FC were delighted to welcome coaches from the Liverpool FC Foundation to Oriel Park on Tuesday afternoon. With plenty of historical links between the two clubs, it was great to see members of the Merseyside club back at the Carrick Road venue for a coaching session with local footballers. Under the watchful eye of new Academy Director Tom Mohan, over forty youngsters from the Louth Schoolgirls U12s, Dundalk Schoolboys U12s and members of the Dundalk FC Pre Academy to
Jul 301 min read


Deadline Day: Signing Tom Grivosti
Dundalk FC have completed the signing of defender Tom Grivosti from St Patrick's Athletic on a multi-year deal on transfer deadline day. Grivosti, 27, arrives at Oriel Park with over 160 senior appearances to his name across spells in England, Scotland and Ireland. Born in Liverpool, he came through the youth ranks at Bolton Wanderers before a move north of the border to Ross County in 2017. The defender enjoyed a productive four years at Ross County, helping the club to the
Jul 281 min read


Dundalk FC DS Futsal Finish Runners-Up at Cairdeas Cup Festival
Congratulations to our DS Futsal team who finished runners up in Group One in the Cairdeas Cup Festival held at Abbotstown. Under the watchful eye of coaches Noah, Logan and Orla, the squad began proceedings with a rip roaring 3-3 draw against Wexford FC. The Slaneysiders opened the scoring early on before team captain Jamie Linden tied the scores. Once again, the Lilywhites went behind before Kevin Trainer made in 2 apiece with a tidy finish. Wexford took the lead for the th
Jul 262 min read


Dundalk Hold Firm at Pats
Dundalk secured a battling point away to title-chasing St Patrick's Athletic, drawing 1-1 at Richmond Park in a performance that showed real character after a difficult run of results. The result ends a three-game losing streak in the league against a Pat's team that had won 10 of their previous 13 league games on home soil. After Trevor Clarke had hit the post, the Lilywhites made the breakthrough with Daryl Horgan blasting home from the spot in the 34th minute after a Anto
Jul 252 min read


St Patrick's Athletic v Dundalk: Preview
Dundalk make the trip to Richmond Park on Friday night for our third league meeting of the season with St Patrick’s Athletic. The sides first met at Richmond Park in February, where St Patrick’s Athletic ran out 4-0 winners. Dundalk responded superbly to that setback, embarking on a nine-match unbeaten run that helped build momentum. Included in that spell was an impressive 2-0 victory over Stephen Kenny’s side at Oriel Park on Easter Monday. As the Premier Division campaign
Jul 232 min read


New Signing: Cian Dillon
Dundalk FC are delighted to announce the signing of highly-rated striker Cian Dillon from Queens Park Rangers on a multi-year contract. The 20-year-old forward arrives at Oriel Park after an impressive spell in England with QPR, where he gained valuable experience across the club's academy and senior setup, as well as loan spells with Torquay United and Enfield Town. Cian also represented the Republic of Ireland at U19 and U21 level and was part of the QPR U21 side that enjoy
Jul 212 min read


Dundalk FC Appoints Tom Mohan as Academy Director
Dundalk FC is delighted to announce the appointment of Tom Mohan as the Club’s new Academy Director. One of the most respected figures in Irish football development, Mohan brings a wealth of experience as both a player and coach, having enjoyed a distinguished career in the League of Ireland before going on to work extensively with the Football Association of Ireland’s underage international teams. As Academy Director, Mohan will oversee all aspects of player development with
Jul 203 min read


Tom McNulty's Top 20 Moments
Dundalk FC was delighted to welcome Tom McNulty as the Dundalk FC Centenary Legend guest at the St Mochta's FAI Cup tie. One of only five players to play more than 400 games for Dundalk FC, Tom scored 47 goals in his 15 year spell at the club between 1984 and 1999. Here, we look back at Tom's top 20 moments. 20. A Real Local Derby Dundalk v Bank Rovers, 22 September 1983 When Tom first arrived in Dundalk, having played alongside Paul and Willie McStay at schoolboy level bef
Jul 1911 min read


Arubi Transfer To Burton Albion Confirmed
Dundalk FC can confirm that an agreement has been reached with EFL League One side Burton Albion for the transfer of Gbemi Arubi. Gbemi arrived at Oriel Park in December 2024 following his departure from Waterford FC, having previously featured for Shelbourne. He made his Dundalk debut in the Leinster Senior Cup against Usher Celtic and scored his first goal for the Club with a dramatic last-minute equaliser against Bray Wanderers on 9 May. Gbemi played a pivotal role in Dund
Jul 181 min read


Dundalk FC 3-1 St Mochta's: Report
Dundalk booked their place in the second round of the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over St Mochta’s at Oriel Park on Friday night. Two first-half goals from Shane Tracey and Trevor Clarke had the Lilywhites firmly in control at the interval, before Harry Groome added a third midway through the second half. St Mochta’s ensured a nervy finish when Dean Moran pulled a goal back late on, but Ciarán Kilduff’s side stood firm to progress. Dundalk made
Jul 182 min read


Loan Signing: Egor Vassenin
Dundalk FC have signed defender Egor Vassenin on loan from Shamrock Rovers until the end of the 2026 season. The 18-year-old centre-back represented Ireland at U18 level in 2024 and progressed through the Kilcullen AFC and Klub Kildare underage set-ups before joining Shamrock Rovers' first-team squad as a professional in 2025. Welcome to Oriel Park, Egor!
Jul 161 min read


Dundalk FC v St Mochta's FC Preview: Club Orange FAI Cup
Dundalk FC kick-off their Club Orange FAI Cup campaign against St Mochta's FC at Oriel Park on Friday evening (kick-off 7.45pm). Dundalk won the previous FAI Cup encounter between the two clubs back in 2021, when a Patrick Hoban hat-trick helped Vinny Perth's side to a 5-1 win. Since then, St Mochta's have beaten Dundalk in a 2024 Leinster Senior Cup tie. Ciarán Kilduff Comments "We hope to kickstart our FAI Cup run, but there are no easy games. We've seen this over the years
Jul 162 min read


Paddy Turner: Centenary Legend
Dundalk FC were delighted to welcome back Paddy Turner to Oriel Park last Friday night as our most recent centenary legend. Few players have left as lasting an impression on Dundalk FC as Paddy Turner, a footballer whose elegance, intelligence and eye for goal helped define one of the club’s greatest eras. Over a 15-year senior career that spanned Ireland, Scotland and Northern Ireland, Turner established himself as one of the most accomplished players of his generation, but
Jul 144 min read
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