LEAGUE champions Aisling Annacotty added to their silverware haul on Saturday morning with a convincing 5–1 victory over Newtown Rovers in the Division 1 Cup Final at Coonagh AFC.
added to their silverware haul on Saturday morning with a convincing 5–1 victory over Newtown Rovers in the Division 1 Cup Final at Coonagh AFC.
Newtown struck first after 20 minutes with a well-taken free kick, but Aisling responded in emphatic fashion. Forward Esra Kangal was in inspired form, netting a superb first-half hat-trick to turn the game around and send Annacotty into the break 3–1 ahead.
The second half saw Annacotty maintain control, with Laura Lyons extending the lead before Kelsey Reeves sealed the win with a stunning free kick.
Despite the scoreline, Newtown battled well throughout and were unfortunate to lose their goalkeeper to injury — everyone at Aisling Annacotty wishes her a speedy recovery.
This victory marked a third trophy of the season for Annacotty, with the chance of adding a fourth still to come. The consistency and commitment of the players, along with the tireless work of coaches Ray, Leanne and Bridge, have been key to their success.
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