City disappoint as relegation confirmed
Cork City FC face the prospect of at least one more season in the First Division after Monday night’s 2-1 loss at home against champions Shelbourne confirmed yet another relegation.
City’s third relegation in six seasons was confirmed following a performance that lacked bite and intensity in front of a sparsely attended Turner’s Cross. 1,611 supporters witnessed the disappointing performance against the Dublin side, a huge contrast to the 5,400 who attended the FAI Cup semi-final recently.
City manager Ger Nash apologised to the fans after the defeat. He told Cork's 96FM & C103: “We haven’t picked up enough wins. It’s as simple as that and the table doesn’t lie so we are in a position that is fair.
“It hurts, it hurts everybody and we have to apologise to the fans. The fans who have followed us away from home have been incredible. We had a special night last week when the fans showed they really were influential. So this club has got a really passionate fanbase and nobody wants to be in the First Division so it hurts.”
He added that he remains committed to bringing City back up.
Daniel Kelly scored for the visitors after 3 minutes but a Seani Maguire equaliser after 79 minutes gave the home side hope before Jack Henry-Francis got the winner for the Dublin side 9 minutes later to confirm City’s limp relegation.
Following Shel’s winner, there were renewed calls from the crowd for a change in the club’s ownership. Some Cork City fans chanted ‘We want Usher out’. Cork City do have the consolation of facing Shamrock Rovers in the FAI Cup Final in the Aviva on 14 November.
Live charity podcast
The Other 3 Amigos (TOTAP) to host its first-ever live podcast in aid of Cork City Hospitals Children’s Club with a special show ahead of the FAI Cup Final between Cork City FC and Shamrock Rovers.
Taking place on Friday 7 November at 8pm in the Metropole Hotel, the event will bring City fans together for a night of laughter, football chat, and community spirit while supporting a great cause.
Tickets cost €10, with all proceeds going to the Cork City Hospitals Children’s Club (CCHCC). Tickets are available at tickets.totap.ie, or through The Other 3 Amigos Podcast social media channels.
Declan Carey, co-host of The Other 3 Amigos and former Cork City FC chairman, said: “This is a very exciting one for us. We’ve built a loyal listenership and wanted to do something special before the cup final. It’s been a tough season, but this weekend is a silver lining for everyone around the club. We felt it was a no-brainer to support the Cork City Hospitals Children’s Club — especially coming up to Christmas.”
John Looney of CCHCC added: “This is a fantastic gesture from the lads at TOTAP. We’re delighted to be involved and hope everyone gets behind it. Fundraisers like this are vital for us — especially at this time of year.”
More details will be announced in the coming weeks, but fans can expect the usual TOTAP madness in living colour with special guests, prizes, and giveaways on the night.