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Dundalk secured a vital three points with a hard-earned but deserved 2–1 victory over Derry City. The visitors made the brighter start, winning an early corner that Dundalk scrambled clear, but the home side quickly settled and began to take control. In the 4th minute, McDaid found himself in space from Horgan’s cross-field pass, but Beach reacted well to spread himself and make the save. A minute later, JR Wilson’s cross was headed across the six-yard box by Arubi, with Kenn

Dundalk bowed out of the Leinster Senior Cup at the semi-final stage following a narrow 1–0 defeat to St Patrick’s Athletic, with Samuel Rooney’s first-half strike proving decisive. The hosts created a number of early opportunities but were unable to find the breakthrough. A curling effort drifted just wide of Daniel Rogers’ far post, while a low shot flashed narrowly across the face of goal from a tight angle. A header from six yards also went close, drifting inches wide, be

Dundalk FC sealed their place in the next round of the WDL Cup after a dramatic 3–2 extra-time victory over St Patrick’s Athletic in a fiercely contested encounter played in challenging conditions. St Patrick’s Athletic made the brighter start, dominating possession in the opening stages and putting the Dundalk defence under sustained pressure. A series of dangerous crosses and set-pieces tested Dundalk’s resolve, while goalkeeper Eden Laughton-Tyler had to be alert throughou

Dundalk advanced in the Enda McGuill Cup after extra time following a dramatic and hard-fought victory over Shelbourne, with Luke Mulligan’s header ultimately proving decisive in a tie full of chances, resilience, and late twists. The hosts made an assured start and quickly looked threatening, with Matthew McCloskey testing the Shelbourne backline early, firing over from a tight angle after working space on the right. Shelbourne responded in the eighth minute when captain Jam

Just like their first Louth derby of the season, Drogheda United and Dundalk could not be separated at Sullivan & Lambe Park, with the sides sharing the spoils in a game that could have gone either way. Ciarán Kilduff's side were the better team for long stretches and will rue not converting their first-half dominance into a more commanding advantage. Gbemi Arubi gave the Lilywhites a deserved lead, but Leo Burney's headed equaliser shortly after half-time ensured the points

Dundalk FC and Peamount United produced a thrilling 2-2 draw at Oriel Park on Sunday afternoon, with both teams delivering committed performances despite enduring torrential rainfall for long spells. Sophie Hanlon had the first chance of the match after four minutes, but her shot went narrowly wide of Byrne’s near post. Peamount then began to apply pressure, with Abigail Martin and Aoife Fanning doing well to marshal the Dundalk defence. Edan Tyler-Laughton was relieved to se

Tyreke Wilson's ferocious 78th-minute volley gave Dundalk a dramatic and thoroughly deserved victory over Shamrock Rovers at a rocking Oriel Park on Friday night — a result that inflicted a fourth defeat in five meaningful visits to Dundalk on the reigning champions. Both sides showed their intent from the off. The first real chance fell to Rovers, with John McGovern forcing Minogue into a low save at the expense of a corner. Rovers carried a persistent threat throughout, b

Dundalk FC MU20s produced a ruthless attacking display as they swept Longford Town aside with a 7-0 win. Leo Gaxha opened the scoring after 15 minutes, finishing low into the bottom corner from Cian O’Leary’s cross, before Aaron Keogh doubled the lead on 32 minutes after Longford goalkeeper O’Caheny had initially blocked an effort from O’Leary. Shayne O’Byrne was called into action in between, making a stunning save to deny Gonzalez, with Longford also striking the crossbar d

Dundalk were left frustrated as Bohemian FC came from behind to claim the win, despite the home side making a bright start and taking a first-half lead. Gbemi Arubi had the first chance of the game after just four minutes, drilling a low shot straight at Kacper Chorazka. Three minutes later, the Bohs goalkeeper was tested again, reacting brilliantly to beat away Aodh Dervin’s effort from 20 yards. Dundalk continued to press and created another opening in the 22nd minute. Derv

Dundalk were forced to settle for a point at the Regional Sports Centre despite leading three times, in what was undoubtedly one of the best League of Ireland games of the season. The Lilywhites looked on course for a memorable away win only for Waterford defender John Mahon to head home an 88th-minute equaliser and snatch a 3-3 draw for the hosts. Dundalk made a bright start and hit the front after 14 minutes. Eoin Kenny caused problems down the right before delivering into

Dundalk MU14s produced an impressive attacking display to run out 6-1 winners over Longford Town in an entertaining match. Dundalk enjoyed the balance of the early play and almost made a dream start when Gerald Sharkey forced G Kelly into a fine save after just two minutes. Longford, however, showed plenty of enterprise of their own, particularly on the break, and had a great chance to take the lead when Kiernan burst through and rounded Dylan Fingleton. The Dundalk goalkeepe

Dundalk WU17s enjoyed a 4-1 win over a gallant Longford Town side at Oriel Park on Saturday afternoon. Both teams produced a high-tempo display from start to finish, entertaining the good attendance who turned out to support both sides. Longford started well and put Dundalk under early pressure, with Zara Farnan and Danielle Cromwell making several important clearances from dangerous attacks. Having soaked up that early pressure, Dundalk took the lead after 17 minutes with an

Dundalk MU20s produced an excellent performance to defeat group leaders Bohemian FC at Oriel Park on Saturday afternoon. The opening 25 minutes was a cagey affair, with both sides well organised and competitive, but neither able to create a clear chance. Leo Gaxha, continuing his recovery from long-term injury, was at the heart of Dundalk’s best attacking moments in the opening half. The first clear chance arrived in the 26th minute when Hugh Martin’s shot was pushed wide by

Dundalk FC suffered their first home league defeat since 2024 on Friday night as Shelbourne left Oriel Park with a 2-0 win. Shelbourne took the lead from a set-piece routine in the 11th minute. Harry Wood’s short corner was played into Kerr McInroy, whose shot goalwards was flicked to the net by Daniel Kelly from inside the six-yard box. Dundalk looked for a response, and JR Wilson and Gbemi Arubi combined to give Ronan Teahan an opportunity, but the ball was cleared just as

It's the start of a very busy month as Dundalk welcome Joey O'Brien's Shelbourne to Oriel Park on Friday night (kick-off: 7.45pm). Dundalk will be hoping to respond following their 2-0 defeat last Saturday night to Sligo Rovers. Shelbourne are also hoping to bounce back after their 4-3 defeat to Drogheda United in Tolka Park last weekend. Ciaran Kilduff Comments "We obviously made a very positive start to the season and had been on a good run before last Saturday night’s def

Dundalk moved five points clear at the top of LOI Academy MU15 Group B with a 3-2 win over Drogheda United on Saturday at Oriel Park. The result secures Dundalk's participation in the Elite Phase of the competition. Dundalk took the lead after 28 minutes when Nathan Kelly-Murphy set up Ryan Musgrave to score. Dundalk extended the lead shortly after Drogheda were reduced to ten men when Tristan McGowan Doyle set up Artjoms Lubimovs to score. Dundalk made it 3-0 with 17 minutes

Dundalk produced another excellent performance to beat a hard-working Longford Town team 8-0 in Sunday’s WDL match at Oriel Park. Dundalk started very brightly, with Makenzie Crowley and Sophie Hanlon both threatening within the first five minutes. In the 12th minute, Hanlon broke through and forced an outstanding save from Jane Shortall, but it was from the resulting corner that Dundalk took the lead. Smyth’s in-swinging delivery was headed firmly into the net by Nana Michel

Dundalk’s unbeaten run came to an end at the Showgrounds on Saturday night as Sligo Rovers took the points with a 2-0 win. The Lilywhites arrived in Sligo in good form and looking to build on recent results, but they were met by a Rovers side who started sharply and set a high tempo from the opening stages. Sligo created the first moments of danger inside the opening minutes, with Harvey Warren forced into an important clearance from a Will Fitzgerald cross before the home si

Dundalk MU17s continued their outstanding start to the season with a 3-0 win over Derry City at Oriel Park on Sunday, making it eight victories from eight games. The opening half was a closely contested affair, with both sides creating chances as they looked to gain control. Dundalk found another level after the break, however, and took command in a much more open second half. The breakthrough arrived in the 52nd minute when Tomiwa Anunlopo provided the assist for Noah Boy

Photo by Gerry Scully Dundalk secured all three points at Oriel Park against Galway United, with Declan McDaid proving the hero with two late goals. The Lilywhites proved dominant throughout the first half, creating plenty of chances without finding the breakthrough. Horgan came closest with a curling effort destined for the top corner, only for Watts to produce a fine block. With the game scoreless at half-time, Kilduff turned to his bench, introducing Harry Groome and Decl