Leinster Football Association Women’s Shield (Round 2 last 16)
St John Bocsco FC 2-3 Monasterevin AFC
Monasterevin AFC Secure Quarter-Final Spot in Dublin Thriller
For the second round in a row, Monasterevin AFC proved themselves to be the ultimate road warriors. After a gritty 3-2 victory away to Mullingar Athletic in Round 1, the Kildare side travelled to Dublin to face a formidable St. John Bosco team.
In a mirrors-image of their previous round, they walked away with another hard-fought 3-2 win to punch their ticket to the next stage.
First Half: A Seesaw Battle
The game ignited in the 16th minute when Bernie Hyland found the back of the net, giving the visitors an early lead and a boost of confidence.
However, St. John Bosco responded with intensity. Rachel Maher levelled the scoring in the 27th minute, shifting the momentum back to the Dublin side.
Disaster struck for Monasterevin just before the whistle; in the first minute of first-half injury time, Lauren Fox clinical finish saw St. John Bosco take a 2-1 lead into the break, leaving the visitors with work to do.
Second Half: The Comeback
Monasterevin emerged for the second half with renewed purpose. The turning point came during a blistering three-minute spell.
In the 57th Minute, Ciara Morrissey drew the sides level with a crucial strike.
Just three minutes later, Morrissey turned provider, delivering a perfectly weighted ball to Abby Kemmy, who slotted it home to restore Monasterevin's lead.
Despite late pressure from the hosts, the Monasterevin defense held firm. Máiréad Scully and Bernie Hyland were immense at the back, thwarting several late attacks to preserve the narrow lead.
Standout Performers
Beyond the scoresheet, Monasterevin showed great squad depth. Abby Kemmy was a constant threat on the wing, while the inclusion of Lauren Quinn—making her senior debut for the club—provided a significant spark.
Quinn looked composed and energetic from the moment she entered the game, signalling a bright future for the young player.
Monasterevin move forward in the LFA Shield, proving once again that they have the heart and clinical edge to win on the road.