Kerry FC Cup Win Over Sligo – Record Victory
- History was created in tralee as a late goal from Daniel okwute secured an epic FAI cup quarter-final win for Kerry FC.The Kingdom miraculously came from three goals...
- Five-time Cup winners Sligo Rovers appeared to be cruising to a comfortable victory when Owen Elding completed his hat-trick, putting the visitors 3-0 up just after the hour...
- The seemingly impossible became reality when Brosnan's close-range effort kept Kerry FC's FAI Cup dreams alive, extending the match to an additional 30 minutes.
Kerry FC Completes Historic Comeback in FAI Cup Quarter-Final
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The Match: A Dramatic Turnaround
History was created in tralee as a late goal from Daniel okwute secured an epic FAI cup quarter-final win for Kerry FC.The Kingdom miraculously came from three goals down to win after extra time, booking their place in their first-ever semi-final.
Five-time Cup winners Sligo Rovers appeared to be cruising to a comfortable victory when Owen Elding completed his hat-trick, putting the visitors 3-0 up just after the hour mark. However, a brace from Cian Brosnan and a penalty converted by Joe Adams brought the game level and forced extra time.
The seemingly impossible became reality when Brosnan’s close-range effort kept Kerry FC’s FAI Cup dreams alive, extending the match to an additional 30 minutes.
Ultimately, the rest is history, as Kerry FC accomplished a remarkable feat late in the game.
First Half: Sligo Rovers take Control
Both teams arrived at a sold-out Mounthawk Park in good form, each unbeaten in their last three league and cup games.However, it was the Premier Division side, Sligo Rovers, who ultimately weathered a late Kerry FC storm on a damp evening in the southwest.
Sligo Rovers attempted to establish control early in the contest, while Colin Healy’s Kerry FC side looked for opportunities on the counter-attack, aiming to reach their first FAI Cup semi-final against a Premier Division opponent.
Kerry FC’s hopes appeared to be fading when Owen Elding scored a quickfire double within the first 16 minutes, silencing the home crowd.
Elding opened the scoring in the 14th minute, rising above the Kerry defense to head home a deep cross from James McManus off the far post. Just 90 seconds later, he doubled the lead with a superb half-volley, finishing a headed flick-on from Sebastian quirk.
The contest gained momentum following the two quick goals. Ronan Teahan, making his 100th appearance for Kerry, continued to be a creative force, providing passes to Robert Cleary, but Sligo Rovers maintained control.
Second Half: Kerry FC’s Resurgence
Trailing by three goals, Colin Healy made a tactical change, switching from a back