Fortune’s Fall, Athlone’s Rise & the Title Race Twist
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This week, Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke react to the shock departure of Colin Fortune as Athlone Town manager — just days before their UEFA Women’s Europa Cup tie with Glasgow City and while they sit top of the LOI Women’s Premier Division.
🟡 What’s behind the decision?
🟡 What next for Fortune and the Town?
🔵 League Recap: Athlone Seize Control
Waterford 0–2 Athlone Town (Wednesday)
Early momentum in a huge week for the Midlanders.
Athlone Town 2–0 Shamrock Rovers
A repeat scoreline sees Athlone surge four points clear at the summit.
Galway United 2–1 Shelbourne
Shel’s title challenge dented as Galway continue their strong form.
Wexford FC 0–0 DLR Waves
Stalemate in the Bowl as both sides miss big chances.
Peamount United 5–0 Waterford
Ruthless from the Peas as they pile misery on Waterford.
Sligo Rovers 2–2 Treaty United
Two late Sligo goals steal a point in a game Treaty looked to have won.
Bohemians 2–0 Cork City
First win in four for Bohs as they keep Cork winless.
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