23/08/2026
Donegal Celtic 2019s – Weekend Group Analysis 💚⚽️
Another really positive weekend across the full 2019 group, with the Dragons, Bulldogs, Pitbulls and Tigers all showing clear progress in different areas of their game.
Across the four games this weekend:
2 wins • 1 draw • 1 defeat
Plenty of goals, four strong performances and, most importantly, clear signs of progress across the full group.
As a coaching group, the biggest thing we are seeing is the development becoming more consistent across all four teams.
The 🐲 Dragons produced another massive improvement and matched their opponents throughout. Their energy, tackling, attacking play and attitude were excellent. The next stage is learning how to manage the game when we are in control and see those moments out.
The 🐶 Bulldogs were involved in a proper end-to-end game against a strong side. Despite the result, the performance showed how much they are developing. Positional play, tracking back, confidence in 1v1s and willingness to play were all there.
The 🐕 Pitbulls were excellent in how they passed, moved and worked for each other. Their pressing, movement off the ball and willingness to win possession back showed another step forward. The boys are looking more relaxed on the ball and making better decisions.
The 🐯 Tigers showed real character and resilience. After starting strongly, they were put under pressure and had to respond when the momentum changed. Their belief, ability to reset and keep playing was a big positive.
Across the whole group we are seeing improvement in:
Positioning • Passing & movement • 1v1 confidence • Pressing • Tracking back • Decision-making • Resilience • Work rate
This weekend’s MOTMs:
🐲 Dragons – Jamie
Outstanding and a constant threat throughout. Six goals, while also putting in the work defensively.
🐶 Bulldogs – Matteo
Another standout performance. Set the tempo through the middle, confident taking players on and always looking to make something happen.
🐕 Pitbulls – Evan
A huge step up in work rate. Pressed, won the ball back, worked for his teammates and was rewarded with a hat-trick.
🐯 Tigers – Ryso
A real goalkeeper’s performance. Reset after difficult moments, made two massive 1v1 saves and finished it off with a penalty save.
For us as coaches, the biggest positive is seeing more of what we work on in training transferring naturally into games.
Results will come and go. The development trajectory of the full 2019 group continues to move upwards.
Four teams. Four strong performances. Plenty of goals. One 2019 group continuing to develop together. 💚⚽️
UPAAAAA DC! 💚
