Athlone Town – Cobh Ramblers

Athlone Town secured a 2‑0 home win over Cobh Ramblers, moving them to seventh place with 41 points from 33 wins and 36 goals scored. The victory narrowed the gap to the league’s fourth‑placed side, Cobh, who remain on 45 points after their 13 wins and a goal difference of –5. In their three meetings this season, Athlone have now claimed two of the three encounters, reversing the earlier advantage held by Cobh. The three points also tighten the mid‑table battle, with Athlone needing to sustain their recent form to keep pace with the leaders.