Sligo Rovers kept their unbeaten streak alive on July 25, 2026, by thrashing Bohemians 3-0 at Dalymount Park, matching Shamrock Rovers for fourth place in the league. The victory, driven by first‑half strikes from Alana Doherty, Cara Jordan and Ava Hallinan, pushed the Bit O’Red to nine games without defeat.
What happened on the night?
The match kicked off with Sligo Rovers taking the lead after just four minutes when Alana Doherty headed a towering ball from Ella Karolak into the net. Cara Jordan, one of six Americans in the squad, nearly doubled the lead with a left‑footed effort that smashed the far post, before she later converted a penalty to make it 2-0. Ava Hallinan, an Irish U‑17 international, added the third just before halftime after capitalising on a loose ball from Bohemians’ keeper Rachael Kelly.
Why the win matters for Sligo Rovers
Beyond the three points, the result lifts Sligo Rovers to a nine‑game unbeaten run, putting them level with Shamrock Rovers in fourth place. The club’s league standing (final 2025 table - new season not yet under way) sits at 7th in the Premier Division with 41 points from 36 games, a recent form of WDLLW, and a goal difference of -12 (42 scored, 54 conceded). Maintaining this momentum could see them close the 25‑point gap to the league leaders.
Who shone and who missed out?
Alana Doherty’s early header set the tone, while Cara Jordan’s penalty demonstrated composure under pressure. Ava Hallinan’s first league goal highlighted her growing influence. Bohemians missed the services of Sydney Stephens, who departed for Mexican side Atlas FC Femini after a hat‑trick in May. Their manager Alan Murphy made four half‑time substitutions in an attempt to revive the side, but Bohemians only managed a consolation goal from substitute Alannah McEvoy late in the game.
What comes next for the Bit O’Red?
Sligo Rovers now sit on a two‑game winning run, with recent form (last 5) recorded as 2W‑2D‑1L. Their next fixture will test whether the unbeaten streak can be extended further and if they can continue to chase the league leaders. With the squad still without Sydney Stephens, the focus will shift to integrating new signings and maintaining defensive solidity, especially after conceding 54 goals this season.
The Dalymount victory not only adds three points but also reinforces Sligo Rovers’ ambition to climb the Premier Division table, keeping fans hopeful for a strong finish to the campaign.
