Premier Division · Matchday 5: Sligo Rovers beat Drogheda United 2-1. The match was played on Saturday, 7 March 2026 at Showgrounds (Sligo); refereed by O. Moran.
W. Fitzgerald 45' (Sligo Rovers) · A. Nolan 57' (Sligo Rovers) · M. Doyle 61' (P) (Drogheda United)
After a 1-0 first half, the game finished 2-1.
Sligo Rovers held 58% of possession against 42%, attempting 21 shots to Drogheda United's 11.
Shots on target read 4-2 and corners 5-3.
Substitutes: L. Hughes, C. Harkin, M. Traore, G. Priosti, C. Cannon, O. Denham, A. Meekison, A. Gabbidon, K. McDonagh
Coach: John Russell
Substitutes: F. Talley, J. Godden, T. Oluwa, S. Farrell, J. Bucknor, K. Cruise, B. Bosakani, J. Bolger, C. O'Connor
Coach: Kevin Doherty
William Fitzgerald (Sligo Rovers) — named player of the match with a 7.9 rating.