Dundalk 0 St Patrick’s Ath 1
MARK QUIGLEY popped up with a captain’s contribution as St Patrick’s Athletic recorded their first away win since March with victory over Dundalk at Oriel Park last night.
The striker’s winning goal will relieve some of the heavy pressure on manager Jeff Kenna. The St Patrick’s boss arrived at Oriel Park amid speculation that his job had been offered to Sligo Rovers boss Paul Cook. To add to the intrigue Cook was a spectator at the match.
Quigley’s strike came against the run of play in the 33rd minute. Shaun Kelly’s driving run was halted by Jamie Harris some 25-yards from goal. Referee Richie Winter waved play on allowing David Partridge pass towards Quigley. The striker timed his run to perfection and lifted the ball brilliantly over Chris Bennion from the corner of the penalty area.
Dundalk further handed the impetus to St Pat’s on half-time when Dave Rogers was sent-off.
DUNDALK:Bennion; Synott, Burns, Simon Kelly, Rogers; Shaun Kelly, Heary, Daly (Rowe, 60 mins), Singh (Mulvenna, 60 mins); Mansaram, O'Brien.
ST PATRICK'S ATHLETIC:Rogers; Maher, Partridge, Harris, Ryan; Guy, Cawley (Lester, 8 mins), Byrne (O'Connor, 7 mins), Stevens; Moran, Quigley.
Referee:R Winter (Dublin).
