SRFC Analysis

It can never be understated how important Matt Healy is to how Rovers play, and he kicked off the new season exactly where he left off carrying out the most passes out of any player In the game including a sublime direct pass from his own half to find Brennan for the opener

Making just his first league start young Victor also impressed being quite an influential player in the attack for Rovers as he drifted towards Brennan while in possession also. Playing in a more central position so far in 2026 with a some what free reign

It ended up being quite a convincing display by Rovers on Friday coming out deservedly 2-0 winners, St Pats best spell in the game came just after HT which we were fortunate to not concede The triple sub of Byrne, Burke & Noonan was a huge psychological advantage for the hoops

A great performance and 3 points to top off the opening night, Instant impact from Adam Brennan with a goal and assist added to his overall impressive display. Stay tuned over the weekend for some talking points as we head into another home game on Monday vs Dundalk

@Rorymon Him and Power are both out

@SRFC_Analysis Any idea if Mata will be back this week or is he still out?

Let’s take a look into our opponents for tomorrow night St Patrick’s Athletic Managed ex Rovers manager and former Ireland boss Stephen Kenny 🧵

The big moments from the game came up the other end of the pitch where keeper Joey Anang was called into action keeping the score a stalemate earning him the player of the match.

Last time out they faced off against Bohs In the Aviva Kenny started with an unfamiliar variation of 3-5-2 in a game that failed to catch a spark with most of Pats only chances coming late from set pieces

From Bradley’s first season Rovers have picked up 18 points in their first official home game of the year. One loss was inflicted by Derry in 2023 Pats have been the opposition twice with 2025 in similar circumstances when it became the first home game due to a postponement

The man in the dugout is no stranger to Rovers fans having recorded 26 wins against us over the years, 10 of which while Stephen Bradley has been the boss.

At the third time of asking Rovers look to begin their league title defence at home on Friday to St Patrick’s Athletic Some Stats 🧵

McGovern is yet spark into life in Tallaght, but 20 goals in his final season at Dungannon brought his name towards Bradley who has given him some big starts in Europe away in Prague and Athens Can Bradley unlock his potential like he did with Johnny Kenny ?

Highly sought after youngster Noonan could be considered the most exciting option at Bradley’s disposal His speed and enthusiasm chasing balls in behind has caught out many goalkeepers and defenders domestically and in Europe away to Molde on his debut

Who’s up front ?? With 4 main options at striker is it a case of one of them becoming the star man for the year or will it be a balancing act between them Let’s take a look at their individual strengths in the position. 🧵