19th April 2026

U12 Girls Letterkenny Rovers 0–2 Kildrum Tigers

A strong performance from Rovers despite the result. It was a fast-paced and entertaining game with both sides creating plenty of chances, and the Rovers goalkeeper producing some excellent saves.

Kildrum took the lead before half-time and added a second midway through the second half with a fine strike.

Great effort shown across the entire team, with special mention to the back four—Aobhie, Maja, Victoria, and Emily—and to U10 debutant Maeve McGlynn.

Fantastic spirit and teamwork throughout — football the real winner 👏

U12 Crusaders

Crusaders Overcome Bonagee

Super team performance from our 2015s in their opening League Cup game against a strong Bonagee Utd side. Goals on the night came from Cody McGarrigle, Lopsy Adeyemi, Jake Devlin, Cillian McCauley, Blake Watson, Brandon Ndlovu and Vlad Peresiechnyl. All the boys were excellent throughout, with Zac Kelly Doherty getting the nod as Player of the Match after an all‑action display in midfield ⚽

U12 Rovers

A solid start for our Letterkenny Rovers Under 12 Premier Division side this morning against Bonagee United.

Goals came from Mason Oliver, Alfie Gallagher, Charlie Lynch, Zach McKinley, and Danny McGonigle in a strong team performance.

U16s

DWL U16 Girls
Lagan Harps 4–0 Letterkenny Rovers
A strong second half performance saw Lagan Harps take all three points in Orchard Park.
Rovers started the brighter side with Aoibhinn McLaughlin having a couple of early chances for the visitors. Lagan Harps grew into the game as the half went on, with Kerry Wade called into action for a number of good saves. Rovers continued to create opportunities, with Aisling McGinley trying her luck from range, but her efforts were well saved by the Lagan Harps goalkeeper.
Lagan Harps took the lead five minutes into the second half and doubled their advantage ten minutes later from the penalty spot. Despite the setbacks, Rovers kept pushing, with Amy Moore and Aoise Diver showing well in midfield and attack. Lagan Harps added further goals on 65 and 70 minutes, but Rovers never gave up, with Aoibhinn McLaughlin and Faye Casburn linking up well towards the end of the game.

U16s Rovers

U16s Premier League Cup

A thrilling derby clash between Letterkenny Rovers and Bonagee United at the Dry Arch saw the sides share the points after a dramatic 3-3 draw.
Bonagee had the first big chance when they were awarded a penalty, but Rueben Carey produced an excellent save to keep the sides level.
Rovers took the lead on 21 minutes following a strong driving run from Alfie Doherty, who delivered a low cross for Helden Carvalho to finish to the net. Rovers held their advantage going into half-time.
In the second half, Ronan Ward extended the lead with a superb long-range strike from 35 yards that sailed over the Bonagee goalkeeper to make it 2-0.
Bonagee responded well, pulling a goal back on 60 minutes with a fine effort from outside the box. Two further late goals saw them edge ahead 3-2 in the closing stages.
Rovers showed great determination and found an equaliser in dramatic fashion. Thalji Al Daher launched an effort from the halfway line, and the ball ended up crossing the line to bring the game level at 3-3 before the final whistle.
A competitive and entertaining encounter with both sides earning a share of the points.

U14s

Letterkenny Rovers and Kildrum Tigers Share the Spoils in U14 DWL Clash

Letterkenny Rovers and Kildrum Tigers played out an entertaining draw in the U14 DWL, with both sides showing great determination and teamwork throughout.

Rovers took the lead on 28 minutes in spectacular fashion when Aoise Diver scored directly from a corner, her delivery curling all the way into the net despite the best efforts of Kildrum goalkeeper Jessica Peoples, who got a hand to the ball but couldn’t keep it out.

The home side nearly doubled their advantage just before half-time as Cadhla McVeigh and Ena Culi combined well, but Kildrum defender Molly McNulty made a crucial block to keep her side in the game.

Kildrum started the second half brightly and found their equaliser through Molly Toland, who struck from 25 yards with an excellent effort.

They then edged ahead after a fine save from Rovers goalkeeper Keri Wade, with Àine Bovaird reacting quickest to slot home the rebound from close range.

With five minutes remaining, Rovers were awarded a penalty after Aoibhe Gibson’s dangerous cross caused problems in the Kildrum area. Aoise Diver stepped up confidently to convert and level the match.

There was still time for late excitement as Aoibhe Gibson broke through on goal, but Molly Toland showed great determination to recover and clear the danger, ensuring both sides took a share of the points.

Well done to both teams for an entertaining game.

U14 Rovers

U14 Premier League Cup ⚽
A brilliant team performance from Rovers 👏
Despite dominating large spells, it was 0-0 at the break with the Lagan Harps goalkeeper making a number of excellent saves.
⚽ 45’ Ruairi Gardiner – superb strike to break the deadlock
⚽ 47’ Ade Alimi – cool finish after a great through ball from Zekrija Bytyqi
⚽ 54’ James McCormick – finishes off a well-worked move (assist: Ade Alimi)
Final Score: Rovers 3-0 Lagan Harps
A fully deserved 3 points at Orchard Park against a spirited Lagan Harps side.

U14s Athletic

Letterkenny Athletic Boys U12s got their league campaign off to a flying start with a 4-1 victory away to Illistrin Allstars.

It was the Letterkenny players’ first time playing competitive league football, and they made a dream start. James Gallagher opened the scoring, and Anuola Dada quickly added a second to put the visitors 2-0 up inside the first 15 minutes.

Illistrin fought back strongly and pulled one goal back with a fine strike from the right wing, making it 2-1 at that stage. The home side looked dangerous for a period, but just before half-time, Matthew McDevitt restored Letterkenny’s two-goal cushion.

In the second half, Letterkenny created more chances, and with 15 minutes remaining, Matthew McDevitt grabbed his second of the game to make it 4-1. The visitors saw out the remaining time well to secure a 4-1 win.

Notable performances
Goalkeeper Coalan Duddy was very solid throughout.
James Gallagher and Cian Duddy were excellent at the back and in possession.
Matthew McDevitt was clinical with his two goals.

A great way for the Letterkenny Athletic boys to begin their league cup journey.

U14 Crusaders

Letterkenny Crusaders 2 – 2 Illistrin Celtic (Pens 1–3)

It was a competitive afternoon for the Crusaders, finishing level at full time in a closely contested League Cup second‑round tie.

Illistrin opened the scoring early, but the Crusaders responded well. A superb through ball from Mitzy Bourara set up Filip Blaszczok, who finished confidently to bring the sides level.

Josh Buchanan then put the Crusaders in front, and the team continued to create a number of promising chances as the game progressed.

Illistrin found an equaliser late on, sending the match to a penalty shootout, where they edged it.

Plenty of positives to take from the performance, with strong attacking play and resilience shown throughout.

We go again.

U14s United

Letterkenny U14 United got their league cup campaign off to an excellent start with a 5–0 home win over Milford Blues.

The team began brightly, pressing high from the first whistle and taking the lead inside two minutes through a well-taken finish from Martin Mongan. The early intensity continued, and Mongan added his second on five minutes, assisted by Nathan Ola.

United maintained their strong start, with Max McClafferty adding a third on 10 minutes. The game then settled into a competitive spell in midfield before Rudi McBrearty, returning from injury, made it 4–0 on 29 minutes following a short corner, with Mongan providing the assist.

Evan Shaw Kilcawley rounded off the scoring in a crowded penalty area to make it five before halftime.

The second half saw several changes and more chances created, with a number of players going close. Milford Blues also had opportunities, including a late penalty, which was excellently saved by debutant goalkeeper Hashim Chatha, who also made an important one-on-one save earlier in the half to secure a clean sheet.

A strong team performance throughout showed great work rate, communication, and determination.

Player of the Match: Martin Mongan

A fantastic start to the season.

Blitzes