U16 SFAI CUP SEMI-FINAL
Letterkenny Rovers 4 - 0 Swilly Rovers
Letterkenny Rovers U16s progressed to the Ulster SFAI Cup final after an impressive performance under the lights at Leckview Park against Swilly Rovers. The early breakthrough came from Jakub Zabillo, who finished well after capitalising on a rebound. Colm Óg Bhreatnach then doubled the advantage, converting a cross into the net. In the second half, Marcin Pirch's determined run resulted in a penalty, and Thalji Al Daher confidently converted from the spot. Matthew Junior Odekun rounded off the scoring with a well-taken goal from the edge of the box.
Marcin Pirch was named Player of the Match for his outstanding contribution. The team now look ahead to facing Cappry in the Ulster final.
U12 Champions league Final
Letterkenny Rovers’ under-12s showed real character in the Champions League final but were beaten 4–0 by Ballybofey United at a wet and windy Finn Valley Centre on Friday 21 November 2025.
In testing conditions under the lights, Rovers settled well and were very competitive throughout a tight opening half. The team created a couple of good chances and forced the Ballybofey goalkeeper into important saves, while the defence coped well with a series of attacks and set pieces.
After the interval the game tilted in Ballybofey’s favour as they began to take advantage of their pressure in the final third. Rovers continued to work hard but the opposition found the net on four occasions, giving the final scoreline a much more one-sided look than the overall pattern of play suggested.
Despite the disappointment, the group kept going right to the final whistle and continued to look for a way back into the contest. Reaching the final is a significant marker for this squad, and the experience of playing a showpiece match at Finn Valley will be invaluable as they move forward in the club’s underage pathway
Letterkenny Rovers’ U18 side showed determination and fight in challenging conditions at Leckview Park against a well-organised Cavan Town team yesterday afternoon.Letterkenny Rovers featured several U15 and U16 players, contributing energy and commitment throughout the match.
The game opened with Cavan Town scoring the first goal, but Rovers responded strongly, Thalji Al Daher scoring a composed finish to level the match. Alex McDevitt then put Letterkenny Rovers ahead, making it 2–1 with a superb free kick around the 35th minute. Cavan Town equalised from the penalty spot before just before half-time.The last 15 minutes of the second half were the difference in a close-fought cup tie, as Cavan Town took advantage and sealed the result by scoring their final goals.
Despite a busy schedule for several young Rovers players, the squad pressed forward and created chances in the final stages, displaying admirable resilience. Akai Alleyne, Thalji Al Daher, and Ronan Ward, each U15 players, were outstanding, with Akai’s performance at centre back particularly noteworthy.
Congratulations to Cavan Town on their result and best wishes in the next round.