It’s another matchday and another crunch meeting for table-toppers Dundalk in the First Division. This time, the Railwaymen will be challenged by a strong Cobh Ramblers side tonight at St Colman’s Park.
Bray Wanderers vs Athlone Town
Last week, the Seagulls nearly were the first team to beat Dundalk this season. But in extra-time, the league leaders scored a late equaliser and finally came up with a 2-2 draw. Still, Bray can build on their respectable performance at Oriel Park when facing an in-form Athlone side this Friday night. The Midlanders recently surprised with a 2-0 win at Finn Harps and now hope to show another strong outing away from home.
Prediction Bray Wanderers 2 Athlone Town 1
Cobh Ramblers vs Dundalk
Despite being unbeaten this season, table-toppers Dundalk are currently looking for their rhythm, having only won one of their last five games. On the other side, the Ramblers are in brilliant shape after an impressive run of five victories. With another W in this top clash, second-placed Cobh have the big opportunity to draw level with the Lilywhites.
Prediction Cobh Ramblers 1 Dundalk 1
Kerry FC vs Wexford
For the first time in the club’s history, the Kingdom were able to win two league games in a row. After a 1-0 at UCD, Kerry managed to beat Treaty United with the same result. Will this streak continue against a struggling Wexford team that lost their last three games? Stephen Elliott’s side will certainly be desperate to stop their slump at Mounthawk Park.
Prediction Kerry FC 1 Wexford 2
Treaty United vs UCD
The Shannonsiders have their problems in finding consistency, as the narrow 1-0 loss at Kerry demonstrated for another time this season. Treaty are still fourth-placed in the table, being in a rather comfortable position when it comes to the race for the playoff spots. However, the situation could drastically change if the Students, who only sit two points behind the hosts, grab the three points tonight at Markets Field.
Prediction Treaty United 1 UCD 0
Longford Town vs Finn Harps (Saturday Night)
The Town’s last performances undoubtedly give reason for hope. After a 2-1 win against Wexford two weeks ago, Longford secured a 1-1 draw at UCD last Friday. All in all, the situation could be worse, especially when considering that the upcoming opponent is seriously struggling at the moment. Finn Harps recently suffered three defeats and are only placed in front of Kerry, Athlone and Longford because of the goal difference. This is another sign of how only nuances stand between a majority of the teams in the First Division.
Prediction Longford Town 2 Finn Harps 2