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St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers: Stats & Head-to-Head

James Jack Clarke Howard • 2026-07-14 • Reviewed by Daniel Mercer

Few rivalries in the League of Ireland Premier Division deliver the kind of home dominance St Patrick’s Athletic have shown against Sligo Rovers at Richmond Park. The numbers are clear: seven straight home wins, including a 2-0 stoppage-time victory on June 19, 2026. In this analysis, we break down the head-to-head stats, recent form, and what to expect next from these two sides.

Latest match score: St Patrick’s Athletic 2-0 Sligo Rovers (June 19, 2026) · Total head-to-head matches: 79 (since 2005) · Sligo Rovers wins: 21 · Venue: Richmond Park · League: League of Ireland Premier Division

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact number of draws across the rivalry
  • St Patrick’s Athletic total wins in the head-to-head
  • Confirmed future match dates after June 2026
3Timeline signal
  • St Patrick’s Athletic have won seven consecutive home games against Sligo Rovers at Richmond Park (RTÉ Sport)
4What’s next
  • St Patrick’s Athletic sit five points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers with a game in hand (RTÉ Sport)

A closer look at the data behind the 2026 meetings reveals a clear pattern: St Patrick’s Athletic dominated at home.

Fact Value
Date of latest match June 19, 2026
Final score St Patrick’s Athletic 2-0 Sligo Rovers
Venue Richmond Park, Dublin
League League of Ireland Premier Division
Total meetings (recorded) 79 (since 2005)
Sligo Rovers wins 21
Attendance (June 2026) 3,816 (per FotMob (football data platform))
Attendance (April 2026) 4,485 (per RTÉ Sport)

What is the score of St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers?

What was the final score of the last match?

  • The most recent clash on June 19, 2026 ended 2-0 in favor of St Patrick’s Athletic at Richmond Park (RTÉ Sport).
  • Joe Redmond and Chris Forrester both scored in stoppage time to secure the win (RTÉ Sport).

Earlier in the season, on April 3, 2026, St Patrick’s Athletic thrashed Sligo Rovers 4-1 at the same venue (The Irish Times (an Irish newspaper)). Goals came from Romal Palmer, Ryan Edmondson, Anto Breslin, and Darragh Nugent, while Matty Meekison scored the consolation for Sligo (The Irish Times).

The pattern: Richmond Park has become a fortress for St Patrick’s Athletic in this fixture. The two 2026 results — 4-1 and 2-0 — show a side that controls games at home and finishes chances late.

Where can I find live score updates?

What is the prediction for St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers?

What are the expert predictions?

  • No specific expert prediction is available in provided sources, but statistical models and recent form give St Patrick’s Athletic the edge based on head-to-head dominance (Sports Mole (football analysis site)).

What factors influence the prediction?

  • St Patrick’s Athletic’s seven-game home streak against Sligo Rovers is the strongest factor in any prediction model (RTÉ Sport).

Recent form, venue history, and head-to-head record are the key inputs. That streak heavily tilts any prediction in their favor.

The implication: For bettors and fans, backing St Patrick’s Athletic at Richmond Park has been a reliable bet — the home side has not dropped points there to Sligo in years.

What are the stats for St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers?

What are the head-to-head statistics?

  • Total matches played (since 2005): 79 (Aiscore)
  • Sligo Rovers wins: 21 (Aiscore)

Eight data points, one trend: St Patrick’s Athletic hold the momentum at home.

Statistic Value
Total matches played (since 2005) 79
Sligo Rovers wins 21
St Patrick’s Athletic wins (recent) 2-0, 4-1 in 2026
Draws Not specified in available data
Biggest win in 2026 4-1 (April 3)

What are the recent form stats?

  • St Patrick’s Athletic won their last two home meetings against Sligo Rovers by a combined 6-1 (Sky Sports (UK sports broadcaster)).
  • Full form data is available on Flashscore and Sofascore.

The pattern: St Patrick’s Athletic’s home advantage is not just statistical noise — it’s a multi-year trend that shapes every prediction.

The upshot

St Patrick’s Athletic have not lost at home to Sligo Rovers since at least 2022. That’s a streak that stretches over three seasons and shows no sign of ending.

The statistical foundation for St Patrick’s Athletic’s dominance at home is firmly established.

How to watch St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers live?

Is there a live stream available?

  • Live streams are accessible through aggregator platforms like Sofascore and Flashscore.

Which TV channels broadcast the match?

  • No specific TV broadcaster is confirmed in the provided sources for the June 2026 match.

The trade-off: Fans who want to watch live rely on mobile score apps rather than traditional television for this fixture.

What is the head-to-head record between St Patrick’s Athletic and Sligo Rovers?

How many times have they played?

  • According to Aiscore (sports statistics aggregator), the clubs have met 79 times in recorded fixtures since 2005.

Who has won more matches?

  • Sligo Rovers have 21 wins in that period.
  • St Patrick’s Athletic have a clear recent edge, winning both 2026 meetings at Richmond Park (ESPN (international sports network)).

Four metrics, one clear winner: St Patrick’s Athletic have owned this rivalry in 2026.

Statistic St Patrick’s Athletic Sligo Rovers
Wins in 2026 meetings 2 0
Goals scored in 2026 meetings 6 1
Home win streak (vs opponent) 7 consecutive 0 consecutive
Points behind leaders (as of June 19) 5 (one game in hand) Not specified

Why this matters: While Sligo Rovers have more historical wins overall, the current form and home advantage belong to St Patrick’s Athletic — a shift that defines the rivalry’s modern chapter.

Why this matters

For Sligo Rovers, breaking the Richmond Park curse is essential to staying in the title conversation. A win there would change the narrative entirely.

Timeline: Key moments in the St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers rivalry

  • : First recorded meeting between the clubs (per Aiscore data).
  • : St Patrick’s Athletic 1-0 Sligo Rovers (Sky Sports).
  • : St Patrick’s Athletic 4-1 Sligo Rovers (RTÉ Sport).
  • : St Patrick’s Athletic 2-0 Sligo Rovers (RTÉ Sport).

The signal: St Patrick’s Athletic have now won seven consecutive home league matches against Sligo Rovers (RTÉ Sport). That is a streak worth watching.

What we know and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

  • St Patrick’s Athletic beat Sligo Rovers 2-0 on June 19, 2026 (RTÉ Sport).
  • Four goals scored in the April 3, 2026 match by Romal Palmer, Ryan Edmondson, Anto Breslin, Darragh Nugent (The Irish Times).
  • April 2026 attendance: 4,485 (RTÉ Sport).

What’s unclear

  • Exact number of draws across the rivalry
  • St Patrick’s Athletic total wins in the head-to-head
  • Confirmed future match dates after June 2026
  • Reliability of historical total matches record (79 since 2005)
  • Accuracy of historical win distribution

The gaps in the historical record are notable, but the recent trend is unmistakable.

What the match reports say

“A stoppage-time brace from Joe Redmond and Chris Forrester helped St Patrick’s Athletic to a 2-0 win over Sligo Rovers at Richmond Park.”— RTÉ Sport

“St Patrick’s Athletic went top of the League of Ireland Premier Division after a comfortable 4-1 win over 10-man Sligo Rovers at Richmond Park.”The Irish Times

St Patrick’s Athletic have turned Richmond Park into a fortress against Sligo Rovers, winning seven consecutive home league games. For Sligo Rovers, the task is clear: find a way to break that streak, or risk falling further behind in the Premier Division standings.

Frequently asked questions

How can I get tickets for St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers?

Tickets for matches at Richmond Park are typically available through the club’s official website or at the gate on match day. For specific away allocations, check Sligo Rovers’ official channels.

What are the current standings of both teams in the League of Ireland Premier Division?

As of June 2026, St Patrick’s Athletic were five points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers with a game in hand (RTÉ Sport). Specific standings for Sligo Rovers were not provided in the available sources.

When did St Patrick’s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers last play in 2022?

The clubs met on August 14, 2022, with St Patrick’s Athletic winning 1-0 (Sky Sports).

Where is Richmond Park located?

Richmond Park is situated in Inchicore, Dublin, Ireland. It is the home stadium of St Patrick’s Athletic.

What is the capacity of Richmond Park?

Richmond Park has a capacity of approximately 5,340, though specific figures may vary for different fixtures.

Who are the top scorers for St Patrick’s Athletic and Sligo Rovers in the current season?

Top scorer data for the 2026 season was not provided in the available sources. Check official club websites or league statistics for the latest information.

What was the result of the 2022 match between St Patrick’s Athletic and Sligo Rovers?

St Patrick’s Athletic won 1-0 on August 14, 2022 (Sky Sports).

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