Girls U14
DWL U14
Letterkenny Rovers 3-2 Gweedore Celtic
Letterkenny Rovers started strong as Savanna Keys was denied early by Gweedore keeper Abby Woods. However, Gweedore struck first with Enya Logue firing into the net.
Rovers came close through Aoise Diver, but Nell Grianna's block maintained Gweedore's lead. The equaliser came soon after when Savanna Keys finished a clever Aisling McGinley pass.
Ena Culi put Rovers ahead after great play from Aoibhe Gibson and Aoise Diver. Aoibhlinn McLaughlin was denied by a last-ditch Gweedore block.
Rovers extended their lead as Aoibhe Gibson converted Aoibhlinn McLaughlin's perfect cross. Gweedore pulled one back on 67 minutes through Kate Bonar and pushed for an equaliser, but Rovers' defence held firm.
U14 Rovers
U14 EUROPA LEAGUE
Letterkenny Rovers v Eany Celtic
Letterkenny Rovers U14 Premier side put in a strong performance to make it two wins out of two in the Europa League group stages.
James McCormick opened the scoring with a superb free kick, quickly followed by Jack McLaughlin, who reacted well to a loose ball to double the lead. The second half continued in the same fashion, with Filip Niewiadomski threading a fine through ball to Goodluck Osagiede, who calmly finished to make it 3-0.
Jack McLaughlin added his second of the game after a great run and cross from Caelum Clarke. Ethan Kearns then struck from distance to make it 5-0 before Pedro Evangelista rounded off the scoring with a well-taken finish.
A great all-round team performance from Letterkenny Rovers.
U14 Rovers
U14 SUBWAY NATIONAL CUP
Letterkenny Rovers 0 - 0 Blaney Rovers(PENS 4-2)
Letterkenny Rovers are through to the next round of the U14 Subway National Cup after a tense 0-0 draw with Blaney Rovers that was settled on penalties, 4-2 to Letterkenny Rovers.Both teams showed great determination throughout a closely matched contest, with Sam Tourish making two vital saves during the penalty shootout to secure the win for Letterkenny Rovers.
Well done to all players involved for their spirited performances. On to the next round!
U12 Crusaders
Ballyraine Harps 2 - 2 Letterkenny Crusaders
(2 - 3 on penalties)
What a game at Orchard Grove. Crusaders faced Ballyraine for the fourth time this season, determined to secure their first win.
End-to-end action. Ballyraine scored early with a penalty, but Righan McElwaine equalized from a rehearsed corner.
Ballyraine went ahead again, but Folarin Abolaji leveled 2-2 after two incredible saves from the Ballyraine keeper denied Tiarnan Connolly.
Penalties yet again this season.
Tiarnan Connolly, Max Bowden, and Anthony McGarrigle converted, while Daralee Crossan stole the show with three penalty saves to clinch the win.
We couldn’t be prouder. The team fought hard, stayed focused, and overcame being behind twice.
Player of the Match: Daralee Crossan for his heroics in goal.
A minute’s silence was observed before kick-off for our club president Victor Fisher, beloved grandfather of Theo Minnock. He will be deeply missed.
U12 Crusaders
SFAI U13 Round 1
Illistrin FC 4 – 6 Letterkenny Rovers
Letterkenny Rovers delivered an impressive team performance at Corry Park, earning a well-deserved win over Illistrin FC. Illistrin started brightly, pressuring Rovers' defence, but Rovers struck first with Anthony McGarrigle finishing a counter-attack.Lucas Casburn then scored twice with sharp finishes, followed by two goals from Folarin Abolaji, giving Rovers a 5–0 lead by the 20-minute mark.Illistrin fought back, scoring twice before half-time to make it 5–2.
The second half was energetic and end-to-end. Illistrin added another goal, but Abolaji completed his hat-trick with a composed finish. A late Illistrin penalty made it 6–4, but Rovers stayed solid to secure victory.Player of the Match: Johan Niju – exceptional at centre back with great composure and awareness.
Special Mentions:Caleb Bomah, who worked tirelessly at left back, and Daralee Crossan, who made a remarkable save from a free kick.
An exciting, goal-filled game with standout performances. The team now confidently looks ahead to Round 2.
U12 Rovers
SFAI CUP U12s
Letterkenny Rovers 2 - 1 Milford
On a perfect evening for football yesterday, our Under 12s booked their place in the next round of the SFAI Cup.
The first half was a tense battle, with both sides creating chances but defences holding firm. It remained scoreless at the break.
Letterkenny Rovers grew into the game in the second half. Shane O’Donnell was brought down on the edge of the box, and while Alfie Gallagher’s thunderous free kick was saved, Charlie Lynch reacted quickest to head home the rebound for the opener.
With ten minutes to play, Alfie Gallagher doubled the lead in style, unleashing a brilliant strike from distance that flew past the Milford keeper.
The visitors pulled one back late on to set up a nervy finish, but Rovers showed great composure to see it out.
A great cup tie played in good spirit, with Milford pushing Rovers all the way. Standout on the night was Alfie Gallagher, whose overall performance and rocket goal proved decisive.