Cobh Ramblers Lift Munster Senior Cup with Dominant Performance

Cobh Ramblers secured the Grandons Toyota Munster Senior Cup at Turner’s Cross on Monday evening, defeating Rockmount 2-0 and with wins over Douglas Hall & Cork City!. Mick McDermott’s side showcased a relentless attacking display, with first-half goals from Shane Griffin and David Bosnjak proving decisive.

Rockmount, who had previously upset defending champions Waterford in the semi-finals, were unable to replicate their giant-killing form against a superior Cobh Ramblers outfit.

Match Events and Key Moments:

• 12th Minute: Goal for Cobh Ramblers (Shane Griffin) – Oisin Barry, Rockmount’s goalkeeper, parried a shot from Samuel Bellis, and Shane Griffin was perfectly positioned to slot the ball home from close range, giving Cobh an early lead.
• Following the opening goal, Cobh Ramblers elevated their intensity, with James O’Leary being a driving force in their attack.
• James O’Leary had a stunning strike that went just over the bar, and a cross he delivered almost resulted in an own goal by Rockmount’s Cian Murphy.
• 35th Minute: Rockmount’s Ian Mylod made a strong run into the Cobh defense, which was ultimately thwarted by a stern challenge.
• Dying seconds of the first half: Goal for Cobh Ramblers (David Bosnjak) – Cobh’s sustained pressure at the end of the half paid off as David Bosnjak neatly tapped in from a corner, doubling their lead just before the break.
• Halftime Substitutions for Cobh Ramblers: Barry Coffey and Luka Le Bervet were introduced, adding further pace and attacking impetus to the Cobh side.
• Second Half Chances: Cobh continued to create opportunities, including a close-range effort from Bellis that was blocked. Barry Coffey also had a goal disallowed due to offside.
• 75th Minute: Rockmount pushed for a goal, with Kieran Keneally poking an opportunity wide at the back post.
• Cobh Ramblers effectively managed the closing stages of the game by retaining possession, aided by the introduction of Jonas Hakkinen, who bolstered their midfield.

Post-Match Outlook:

• Rockmount: Their season continues with a Beamish Stout Senior Cup game against Ringmahon Rangers on Thursday.
• Cobh Ramblers: Their focus shifts back to their promotion push in the League of Ireland First Division, with an upcoming match against Athlone Town in Lissywollen on Friday night.

Data:

• Competition: Grandons Toyota Munster Senior Cup Final
• Date: Monday, May 19, 2025
• Venue: Turner’s Cross Stadium, Turners Cross, Cork
• Score: Cobh Ramblers 2 – 0 Rockmount
• Goalscorers for Cobh Ramblers:
  • Shane Griffin (12th minute)
  • David Bosnjak (Dying seconds of the first half)
• Referee: Lucas Keating

Team Lineups:

• Cobh Ramblers:
  • Starting XI: Timothy Martin; Nolan Evers, Brendeán Frahill, Cian Coleman, John O’Donovan, Dale Holland, Jason Abbott, James O’Leary, David Bosnjak, Shane Griffin, Samuel Bellis.
  • Substitutions:
    • Barry Coffey for Dale Holland (Half-Time)
    • Niall O’Keeffe for Shane Griffin (55th minute)
    • Luka Le Bervet for James O’Leary (55th minute)
    • Jonas Hakkinen for Cian Coleman (66th minute)
    • Cian Murphy for Samuel Bellis (75th minute)
• Rockmount:
  • Starting XI: Oisin Barry; Martin Connolly, Kenneth Hoey, Adam Crowley, Cian Murphy, James O’Connell, Ian Mylod, Danny Aherne, Niall Hanley, Alex Anthony O’Brien, Shane Barry.
  • Substitutions:
    • Kieran Keneally for Alex Anthony O’Brien (55th minute)
    • Jonathan Hanafin for James O’Connell (62nd minute)
    • Evan Galvin for Shane Barry (82nd minute)
    • Eoin Murphy for Niall Hanley (87th minute)