Athlone Town – Wexford

Athlone Town entertained a lively crowd as they fought back to a 2-2 draw against Wexford at the home ground, keeping their position firmly in the upper half of the table at seventh with 41 points from 11 wins, eight draws and 12 losses. The result left Wexford just behind in eighth place, their 37 points reflecting a season of 10 victories, seven stalemates and 14 defeats. Both sides have been evenly matched this campaign, each winning once and sharing two draws in their previous head‑to‑head meetings. The goal‑rich encounter also tightened the goal difference gap, with Athlone’s -3 margin (33‑36) now edging Wexford’s -12 (34‑46). The single point each side gained keeps the battle for a top‑half finish very much alive.