FOOTBALL: USL leaders Cockhill Celtic produced a superb display at Finn Park last night and were extremely unlucky to exit the EA Sports League Cup.
Player/manager Gavin Cullen has now turned his attentions on leading the club to an historic fourth league title on the trot.
The two teams were separated by a moment of genuine quality from Harps full-back Ethan Boyle.
Although, Cockhill will be disappointed at the concession of that goal because it could’ve been avoided.
However, in the second-half Cockhill completely dominated proceedings and were very unfortunate not to equalize.
They squandered a succession of great chances, with three coming in the final few minutes of injury-time in a frantic finish.
Manager Gavin Cullen was proud of his side and how well they coped against Premier Division opposition.
Cullen told Donegal Daily, “It was disappointing to concede that goal, it could’ve been avoided.
“But we played really, really well and we gave ourselves a chance in the game.
“There was very little between the sides and it’s great that we were able to perform like that against Premier Division opposition.
“We were really unlucky not to score, but it just wasn’t to be, we’re in the semi-final of two cups now and we’re going for a fourth USL title on the trot.
“If we play like that tonight, for the rest of the season then we’ll be OK.”
Cockhill face Derry City in the semi-final of the USL League Cup on Sunday afternoon.
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