Athlone Town – Finn Harps

Athlone Town edged past Finn Harps 2‑1 at home, cementing their seventh‑place standing with 41 points from 31 matches. The win pushed the hosts further ahead in the head‑to‑head record this season, having already taken three of the four meetings between the sides. Finn Harps, now tenth with 25 points, remain well off the pace, their 29‑63 goal deficit highlighting the defensive frailties that have plagued them. Both clubs will now look to build on the result as the league enters its decisive phase.