More penalty joy as Athlone claim maiden FAI Cup title

Having only joined the Women’s Premier Division in 2020 – two years after entering domestic competition at U17 level – the Westmeath club have enjoyed a rapid rise to prominence in women’s football. 

RAPID RISE: Athlone Town captain Laurie Ryan lifts the cup alongside her teammates after the Sports Direct FAI Women's Cup Final match between Athlone Town and Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium. Pic:  Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

WOMEN’S FAI CUP FINAL 

Athlone Town 2 Shelbourne 2 (Athlone Town won 4-3 on penalties)