James Keddy will have woken up with a huge smile this morning after Wexford FC earned all three points in an emphatic away victory against Bray Wanderers.
Wexford banished the disappointment of successive league defeats with a deserved 3-0 win at the Carlise Grounds.
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Highlights from a dominant display at the Carlisle Grounds are now available on our YouTube channel
Link - https://t.co/ZiGzJ11p4c pic.twitter.com/EtRRz9uTd1
— Wexford FC (@WexfordFC) July 15, 2023
There was a familiar face in Ian Ryan waiting in Bray, and he was aware of the importance of this promotion playoff six-pointer.
An early Kian Corbally tap-in, followed by second-half goals from Thomas Oluwa and Eoin Kenny, saw the Ferrycarrig outfit jump into sixth place, just two points behind their promotion rivals.
The game was not without talking points, as three players were dismissed from play.
The home side saw Dane Massey banished after 59 minutes for a straight red card, with Jack Hudson following him off with three minutes to play.
While Darragh Levingston received two yellow cards in 20 second-half minutes for Wexford, leaving the field after 82 minutes.
Speaking to Beat Sport after the game, Keddy recognised the importance of the continued Wexford support.
"The team worked hard tonight and delivered a great performance," he said.
"I'm delighted for the players, the staff and the fantastic support."
Victory at the Carlisle Grounds! pic.twitter.com/FIdlfGmA4A
— Wexford FC (@WexfordFC) July 14, 2023
The only black mark on the evening was the worrying injury to striker Aaron Dobbs.
With 30 minutes played, the fan-favourite was stretchered off the field with a head injury amid distressing scenes for those in attendance.
Thankfully, following immediate hospital attention, Dobbs has returned home with scans producing positive results.
? Delighted to confirm that Aaron Dobbs is back at home and his scans are clear!
He will receive follow-up care during the week but thankfully, his injury does not appear to be serious ? pic.twitter.com/BIHqmCXrvX
— Wexford FC (@WexfordFC) July 15, 2023
Oluwa made his first appearance as a first-half replacement, following his loan move from Waterford FC.
He enjoyed the dream debut by netting a fine finish after 69 minutes.
He spoke with Ronan McCarthy afterwards and was extremely happy to start with a goal.
?Thomas Oluwa netted his first Wexford FC goal just 10 hours after his signing announcement!
We met Thomas for a chat after a super day for the club ? pic.twitter.com/LJY5WkbXe1
— Wexford FC (@WexfordFC) July 15, 2023
Next up for Keddy and co is an FAI Cup First Round meeting with Avondale United at home on Friday, July 21.
Highlights of last night's crucial win against Athlone are available on our YouTube now at the link below ⬇️#ItsATribalThing
— Gaillimh Aontaithe (@GalwayUnitedFC) July 15, 2023
Galway United extended their lead at the top of the table to 16 points with a 1-nil win away to Athlone Town.
David Hurley headed home an exquisite header with six minutes to play.
FT | Finn Harps 4-3 Ramblers
The Rams lose out in a seven goal thriller at Finn Park.
Two goals from Wilson Waweru and a debut strike from Mikie Rowe as our unbeaten run comes to a close. We remain third
A huge thanks to the Cobh fans who travelled up ?#CRFC ?? pic.twitter.com/JrY8dBL7xv
— Cobh Ramblers FC (@CobhRamblersFC) July 14, 2023
Elsewhere, Finn Harps beat Cobh Ramblers 4-3 in a Ballybofey thriller.
A brace from Wilson Waweru and a debut strike from Mikie Rowe were not enough to preserve the Cork side's unbeaten run, although they do remain third.
?| @waterfordfcie fixture away to @treatyunited postponed due to an unplayable pitch!https://t.co/NtgaTOTuPw#TREvWAT | #Waterfordfc | #TreatyUnited | #LOI
— Beat 102 103 (@beat102103) July 14, 2023
Waterford FC were left frustrated after their trip to Markets Field was abandoned due to adverse weather conditions.
The fixture will be rescheduled in due course.
GAME ON https://t.co/gjteh5jkp0
— Kerry Football Club (@KerryFC) July 15, 2023
Finally, tonight's fixture between Longford Town and Kerry FC has been given the green light after pitch inspections.
There is a 7:30 pm start time this evening (Saturday, July 15).
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