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DFC Academy: MU15s Update
DFC MU15 Coach Stephen Todd during Pre-Season. (📸 Kristine Lubimova) Saturday saw our MU15s travel to Derry and return with all three points after a resolute performance to raise the curtain on their league campaign in the best possible way. After an intense opening, Derry took the lead eight minutes in, but Dundalk responded almost immediately. Aaron O’Brien found space and delivered a pinpoint cross to Braiden McCarney, who arrived at the back post to guide a tidy finish a
Feb 242 min read


DFC Academy: MU17 Update
Dundalk MU17s made a winning start to their 2026 season with a hard-earned 1-0 victory over local rivals Drogheda United in the Louth Derby at the MDL Grounds. Played in blustery conditions, this was a tight, end-to-end contest with very little to separate the sides. Chances were at a premium throughout the first half as both teams battled for control, and the sides went in level at the break with the scoreboard untouched. With the game heading towards a draw, Dundalk found t
Feb 241 min read


DFC Academy: MU14s Update
Dundalk U14s made the perfect start to their League of Ireland campaign with an impressive 4-1 victory over neighbours Drogheda in their first-ever league fixture at Oriel Park. It was an entertaining contest between two sides keen to play good football, and it was the hosts who struck first. Captain Finn O’Hara delivered an excellent cross into the box for Max Melanipi, who produced a superb volley into the top corner to open the scoring. Dundalk doubled their advantage soon
Feb 241 min read


DFC ACADEMY: MU20s Update
📸 Kristine Lubimova Dundalk FC U20s got their league campaign off to the perfect start last Saturday with an emphatic 6-1 victory over Derry City — a result that delighted manager Shane Grimes after a strong performance built on intensity, quality, and a ruthless edge. Grimes was pleased to see his side grow into the contest early on and then maintain their standards right through to the final whistle. “Any time you start off with a win, it’s good,” he said. “But it was the
Feb 242 min read


Dundalk FC WDL Team Set For Season Kick-Off
Megan O'Connor of Dundalk at the launch of 2026 Women's Development League at the FAI Headquarters in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile A new chapter begins for women’s football at Dundalk FC this weekend, as the club takes to the pitch in the newly established Women’s Development League. The new league has been endorsed by UEFA as part of their Women’s League Development Fund and sees Dundalk among nine clubs from the LOI Academy Development programme
Feb 192 min read


Stephanie Zambra Visits DFC Academy
There was a brilliant atmosphere in Oriel Park last Wednesday night as our WU17 and WU23 players spent the evening with former Ireland international and FIFA Puskás Award nominee Stephanie Zambra . Stephanie began the session indoors with a relaxed and honest chat about her journey in the game — from being a young player with big ambitions, to becoming a full-time professional and representing her country on the international stage. She spoke openly about the proud moments i
Feb 141 min read


Leinster Senior Cup: St Peter's 5-2 Dundalk FC
Dundalk FC, featuring a mostly academy based team, were beaten 5-2 by St Peter's at McCarthy Park, Athlone, in the Leinster Senior Cup Group Stage opener. Goals from Jonathan Kiernan and Dylan Gavin gave the hosts a 2-0 lead at half-time. A Darcy Lawless own-goal made it 2-1 after 54 minutes before Niall Scullion restored St Peter's two-goal lead. Captain Luke Mulligan made it 3-2 on the hour mark. The key moment in the match came after Enda Minogue was sent-off after concedi
Jan 121 min read


MOLLOY COMMITS TO 2026
Photo by Gerry Scully Dundalk FC is delighted to announce TJ Molloy has a signed a new agreement with the club for the 2026 season. The 16-year-old made history during the 2025 pre-season, becoming the youngest ever goalscorer in the club’s history. "Last year was very good with the lads - a good year winning the league and coming back." said Molloy. "I'm delighted to get everything done." Watch the full interview below.
Dec 5, 20251 min read


Dundalk U14s End Season in Style with Derby Win
A trip away to local rivals Drogheda for the final game of an exceptional U14 season set the stage for an exciting encounter, with Dundalk looking to retain their undefeated status in the second phase. Photo By Kristine Lubimova The Louth derby began with an aggressive Drogheda side pushing hard for an early goal, but they were denied by a solid Dundalk defence. Within five minutes, a well delivered back post cross from Charlie Franzoni was returned across goal by Artjoms Lub
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Minister for Sport Charlie McConalogue Visits Dundalk FC Following First Division Title Win and League of Ireland Academy Funding Announcement
Minister for Sport Charlie McConalogue TD, along with his colleagues TD Erin McGreehan, TD Paula Butterly, Councillor Shane McGuinness and Senator Alison Comyn, pictured with members of the Dundalk FC first team and staff at Oriel Park following the club’s First Division title win. Dundalk Football Club was honoured to welcome Minister for Sport, Charlie McConalogue TD, to Oriel Park this week following the club’s recent Men’s First Division title victory and the Government’s
Oct 17, 20252 min read


INTERNATIONAL ROUND-UP | Dundalk Quintet Continue to Impress on International Duty
It was another proud international break for Dundalk FC, with four of the club’s young stars, Seán Spaight, TJ Molloy, Vinnie Leonard, and Callum Woods, continuing to make their mark for their respective nations, while Eoin Kenny earned further experience at U21 level for Northern Ireland. At Under-17 level, Spaight and Molloy played crucial roles as the Republic of Ireland secured a perfect record in their UEFA European Championship qualifying campaign in Austria. Spaight wa
Oct 15, 20252 min read


Academy Round-Up | October 4th–5th
Photo By Kristine Lubimova It was another busy weekend for Dundalk FC’s Academy sides, with impressive wins for the WU17s, WU19s, MU17s,...
Oct 7, 20255 min read


Academy Round-Up | September 27th–28th
Photo By Gerry Scully It was another strong weekend of action for Dundalk FC’s academy sides, with victories for the WU17s, WU19s, MU17s,...
Sep 30, 20255 min read


Academy Round-Up | September 20th–21st
Photos By Gerry Scully It was another busy weekend of action for Dundalk FC’s academy sides, with fixtures at Oriel Park and on the road....
Sep 23, 20254 min read


Academy Round-Up | September 6th–7th
It was another busy weekend of action for Dundalk FC’s academy sides, with league fixtures at Oriel Park and on the road. From a...
Sep 9, 20253 min read


Academy Round-Up | August 30th–31st
Photo By Sportsfile It was another action-packed weekend for Dundalk FC’s academy sides, with fixtures taking place across the country....
Sep 3, 20253 min read


Academy Round-Up | August 23rd–24th
Photo By Gerry Scully It was another busy weekend for Dundalk FC’s academy sides, with plenty of goals, drama, and standout performances...
Aug 26, 20255 min read


Academy Round-Up | August 16th–17th
Photo By Gerry Scully It was another eventful weekend for Dundalk FC’s academy sides, with strong performances across the age groups in...
Aug 19, 20254 min read


Academy Round-Up | August 9th–10th
Photo By Gerry Scully It was another busy weekend of action for Dundalk FC’s academy sides, with five fixtures taking place across league...
Aug 13, 20254 min read


Academy | MU15s Hit Four While WU17 & WU19 Enjoy Friendly Action at Oriel
MU15 | Dundalk Dominate Bray in Four-Goal Victory at Oriel Photo By Gerry Scully An excellent all-round performance saw Dundalk runout...
Aug 5, 20251 min read
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