Late penalty rescues a point - Shels await on Easter Monday

Episode 23 - Issues persist after Waterford draw, Shels to come

The Milltown Way returns following Shamrock Rovers’ 1-1 draw away to Waterford FC, as we break down the performance, key moments and what the result means heading into a quick turnaround.

We start with a full reaction to the game in Waterford, looking at how Rovers approached it after the international break, the overall tempo and control of the match, and the key incidents that shaped the result. We discuss the goal, chances at both ends, and whether a point on the road reflects the performance on the night. There’s also a look at the defensive side of things, following a run of clean sheets in recent games, and how that consistency held up in this fixture.

From there, we turn our attention to the attacking play and how Rovers looked in the final third, as well as the impact of substitutions and any standout individual performances. With players returning from international duty, we also consider how that may have influenced selection and overall rhythm in the team.

We then move on to the latest international updates, with Roberto Lopes featuring for the Cape Verde national team during the break, while Michael Noonan was involved with the Ireland U21s and Cory O'Sullivan was also part of the squad. At U19 level, Alex Noonan continued his involvement across both fixtures, gaining further experience at that level.

Attention then quickly shifts to the next fixture, with Shelbourne FC coming up on Monday. With a short turnaround between games, we look at what to expect from that clash, how Rovers might approach it, and the potential impact of squad rotation and recovery following the trip to Waterford.

We round off the episode with the latest club updates, including the Shamrock Rovers lotto, the upcoming D22 Supporters Club fun run, and details of the South Stand Fan Scene event celebrating the history of Glenmalure Park. Listen now on Spotify, YouTube and all major platforms.

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