Donohill FC Suffer Heavy Defeat At Home To Cahir Park B

In a disappointing league encounter on 18 January 2025, Donohill FC faced Cahir Park B at their home ground, succumbing to a heavy 6-2 defeat. The match kicked off at 11:00 am, with referee M Frieburg overseeing the proceedings.

Donohill FC lined up in a traditional 4-4-2 formation, which featured Michael O'Neill in goal, flanked by a defensive line comprising Darragh O'Brien and Micheal Bradshaw as right and left defenders respectively, while Alan Shanahan and Micheal Buckley occupied the central defensive roles. In midfield, William Barry and Colm O'Dwyer operated on the right and left flanks, with Denis Cross and David Buckley anchoring the central midfield. Up front, Darragh Mooney and Joe Shanahan formed the striking partnership, tasked with converting chances into goals.

The match began with Cahir Park B asserting their dominance early on, scoring the opening goal in the sixth minute. This early setback put Donohill FC on the back foot, but they responded positively. Darragh Mooney equalised for the home side just nine minutes later, finding the net in the 15th minute and lifting the spirits of the home crowd.

However, the joy was short-lived as Denis Cross put Donohill FC ahead in the 32nd minute, showcasing a moment of brilliance that momentarily silenced the visiting supporters. Unfortunately, Cahir Park B quickly regained control, scoring their second goal just two minutes later in the 34th minute, followed by a third goal in the 40th minute, leaving Donohill FC trailing 3-2 at half-time.

The second half began with Cahir Park B continuing their relentless assault, scoring their fourth goal just six minutes after the restart in the 51st minute. The visitors then extended their lead further with a penalty conversion in the 52nd minute, making it 5-2 and leaving Donohill FC reeling.

As the match progressed, Cahir Park B maintained their composure and control, with a sixth goal arriving in the 68th minute, sealing a comprehensive victory. Despite a spirited performance from Donohill FC, particularly in the first half, they were unable to withstand the onslaught from their opponents.

The match concluded with Cahir Park B celebrating a decisive win, while Donohill FC were left to reflect on a challenging day at the office. The home side will need to regroup and reassess their strategies as they prepare for their next fixture in the league.