Peamount Utd Women 3-1 Athlone Town AFC Women
Ireland Women's League – July 26, 2026

Peamount United Women returned to winning ways with a commanding 3-1 victory over Athlone Town AFC Women on a warm Sunday afternoon in the Ireland Women's League. The result kept Peamount firmly in the title conversation, while Athlone were left to rue missed chances as they slipped further away from the top of the table.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Peamount looked the sharper side. They pressed high, disrupted Athlone's build-up play, and created early pressure. The home side’s attacking trio caused constant problems for the Athlone backline, and it was no surprise when they took the lead midway through the first half. A well-worked corner was met by a powerful header that gave the Athlone goalkeeper no chance.

Athlone, however, showed resilience. They equalised shortly before half-time through a swift counter-attack, capitalising on a rare defensive lapse from Peamount. The goal gave the visitors a boost, but Peamount responded immediately after the break. Within five minutes of the restart, they restored their advantage with a clinical finish from inside the box. The third goal arrived late in the second half, sealing the points and sending the home fans into celebration.

Key Performers

• Peamount's midfield general: Controlled the tempo, winning tackles and distributing smartly to the forwards.
• Athlone's winger: A constant threat on the counter, provided the assist for their goal and troubled Peamount's full-back.

Table Impact

Peamount's victory moved them into second place in the Ireland Women's League, just three points behind the leaders with a game in hand. Athlone, meanwhile, remained mid-table, and this defeat left them seven points adrift of the European qualification spots.

The performance demonstrated Peamount's depth and determination, and they will look to build on this result as the season enters its critical final stretch.