Cliftonville FC Ladies experienced a challenging match as they exited the Women’s All-Island Cup with a 3-1 defeat against Shelbourne. The match took place at Tolka Park, where a youthful Cliftonville side aimed to pull off an upset despite missing several experienced players. The Reds fell behind early when Aoibheann Clancy converted a penalty in the 17th minute, giving Shelbourne the lead. Clancy then doubled the advantage for the hosts before halftime, putting Cliftonville in a difficult position. In the second half, Cliftonville FC's Lucy Kelly managed to reduce the deficit just three minutes after the break, sparking hopes of a comeback. However, those hopes were dashed when Becky Watkins scored Shelbourne’s third goal late in the game, sealing the victory for the home side. This defeat marks a disappointing end for Cliftonville FC Ladies in the tournament, as they now look to regroup and focus on their upcoming fixtures.
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Cliftonville FC Ladies Suffer Defeat Against Shelbourne in Cup
Cliftonville FC Ladies faced a tough match, losing 3-1 to Shelbourne in the Women’s All-Island Cup quarter-finals. Key moments defined the game.
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