UCD – Finn Harps

UCD eked out a dramatic 5‑4 victory at home over Finn Harps, extending their lead in the league table to second place with 49 points from 31 games. The win pushed their goal difference to +15 (55 scored, 40 conceded), while Finn Harps remain stuck in tenth with just 25 points and a –34 deficit after the high‑scoring encounter. The result also tipped the head‑to‑head balance this season in UCD’s favour, as they now hold three wins to Finn Harps’ solitary triumph from their four meetings. Both sides will now turn their focus to the next round, with UCD eyeing a push for the title and Harps desperate to claw back into the safety zone.