Baldoyle United 2-0 Leicester Celtic
FAI Cup, May 17, 2026

Baldoyle United produced a professional performance to dispatch Leicester Celtic 2-0 in the FAI Cup first round. The north Dublin outfit dominated proceedings from start to finish, advancing with a clean sheet and a place in the next round.

Match Summary

Playing at their home ground in Baldoyle, United took charge early and never looked back. The first goal arrived before the half-hour mark, a composed finish after a flowing move down the right flank. Leicester Celtic struggled to create clear chances, with Baldoyle’s midfield controlling the tempo. United doubled their lead early in the second half when a defensive clearance fell kindly to their striker, who volleyed home from the edge of the box. The visitors pushed forward in the final 20 minutes but were unable to break through a well-organised backline.

Key Stats

• Possession: Baldoyle United 58% – 42% Leicester Celtic
• Shots on target: 6 – 2
• Corners: 8 – 3

What It Means

Baldoyle United continue their cup journey with confidence, having kept a clean sheet in their opening fixture. For Leicester Celtic, the focus now shifts to their league campaign. The result underlines Baldoyle’s ambitions in the FAI Cup, a competition that offers exposure and the chance to face senior opposition in later rounds.

The home side will await the second-round draw with the rest of the survivors.