- 06 September 2024, Athlone Town vs Finn Harps, 1-4, Lose
- 30 August 2024, Wexford FC vs Athlone Town, 2-1, Lose
- 23 August 2024, Athlone Town vs Bray Wanderers, 0-1, Lose
- 12 August 2024, Athlone Town vs Wexford FC, 2-3, Lose
- 09 August 2024, Cork City vs Athlone Town, 0-0, Draw
- 13 September 2024, Kerry FC vs Cork City, 1-4, Lose
- 06 September 2024, Treaty United vs Kerry FC, 1-1, Draw
- 30 August 2024, Kerry FC vs UCD AFC, 0-1, Lose
- 24 August 2024, Longford Town vs Kerry FC, 2-2, Draw
- 09 August 2024, Kerry FC vs Cobh Ramblers, 0-2, Lose
**Match Analysis: Athlone Town vs Kerry FC (3-3)**
The match between Athlone Town and Kerry FC ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw. The home team, Athlone Town, took an early lead, but Kerry FC responded quickly and effectively, demonstrating resilience and tenacity. Athlone's first goal came at the 32-minute mark, but Kerry FC was rapid in their counter-attack, equalizing within four minutes and then taking the lead just before the halftime whistle.
Athlone Town’s attack was notably efficient in the closing stages of the match. Down 3-1 by the 58th minute, Athlone capitalized on Kerry's undisciplined defense. Critical late goals scored at 84 and 87 minutes snatched a draw. These goals, combined with Kerry's frequent fouling, marked a pivotal shift. Kerry FC’s defensive lapses resulted in five yellow cards, reflecting their struggle to maintain composure and discipline under pressure.
The statistical factors of shots on target and corner kicks highlight contrasting strategies. Kerry FC managed more corner kicks (7) compared to the home team’s (5), indicating a greater offensive pressure from set-pieces. However, Athlone’s ability to convert their limited opportunities into goals suggests a superior finishing quality. In terms of shots on target, Athlone's fewer attempts rendered a higher conversion rate, sealing their comeback.
Defensively, the home team showed more organized discipline, receiving only two yellow cards compared to Kerry's five. This allowed Athlone Town to maintain a more consistent team structure, especially in the latter stages of the match when tensions ran high. Kerry’s accumulation of cards, including three in quick succession just after their third goal, disrupted their rhythm and gave Athlone the openings needed to stage a competitive comeback.
The offside statistics and fouls also paint a telling picture. Athlone Town’s three offsides versus Kerry’s two show that the home side was pushing the envelope in attack, striving to break through the defensive line. On the other hand, Kerry's frequent fouls and numerous yellow cards denote a reactive and erratic defensive strategy, which ultimately cost them the win.
Overall, the dynamic interplay between Athlone’s late offensive surges and Kerry's defensive shortcomings led to a fair, albeit gripping, draw. Athlone’s tenacity and technical precision in critical moments contrasted sharply with Kerry’s initial dominance but subsequent unraveled composure.
Form Guide
Lose | 1-4 | Athlone Town vs Finn Harps | |
Lose | 2-1 | Wexford FC vs Athlone Town | |
Lose | 0-1 | Athlone Town vs Bray Wanderers | |
Lose | 2-3 | Athlone Town vs Wexford FC | |
Draw | 0-0 | Cork City vs Athlone Town |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 0
- GOALS
- 4:10
- GOALS / MATCH
- 0.8
- Athlone Town has lost four matches in a row with a goal difference of 4:10, scoring 0.8 goals average
Lose | 1-4 | Kerry FC vs Cork City | |
Draw | 1-1 | Treaty United vs Kerry FC | |
Lose | 0-1 | Kerry FC vs UCD AFC | |
Draw | 2-2 | Longford Town vs Kerry FC | |
Lose | 0-2 | Kerry FC vs Cobh Ramblers |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 0
- GOALS
- 4:10
- GOALS / MATCH
- 0.8
- Kerry FC has lost three matches in a row with a goal difference of 4:10, scoring 0.8 goals average
Athlone Town H2H Kerry FC
Home game | Athlone Town | 3 | 3 | Kerry FC | Away game | First Division | |
Away game | Athlone Town | 2 | 1 | Kerry FC | Home game | First Division | |
Home game | Athlone Town | 1 | 1 | Kerry FC | Away game | First Division | |
Home game | Athlone Town | 2 | 1 | Kerry FC | Away game | First Division | |
Away game | Athlone Town | 1 | 0 | Kerry FC | Home game | First Division |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 3
- GOALS
- 9:6
- GOALS / MATCH
- 1.80
- In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Athlone Town overtook Kerry FC three times
- Athlone Town won three times and had two draw
- Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 9:6; average goals per match – 1.80
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