Waterford are through to the FAI Cup final for the first time in 22 years after a 2-0 semi-final victory over Bohemians at Dalymount Park on Friday. Goals from N. Mawene and T. Lonergan in the second half secured the historic win.
Key moments
The breakthrough came six minutes after the restart. Mawene found the net in the 51st minute to put Waterford ahead. Just seven minutes later, Lonergan doubled the advantage, scoring his ninth goal of the season in all competitions. The quick double strike effectively ended the contest.
Manager Graham Coughlan said, "We are through to our first FAI Cup final in 22 years following a 2-nil victory over Bohemians at Dalymount Park." Captain Pádraig Amond added, "This is a massive achievement for the club and everyone associated with Waterford FC."
The victory is a major lift for a Waterford team whose recent form has seen them win just two of their last eight matches across all competitions. Currently sitting eighth in the Premier Division with 34 points from 32 games, they will have little time to celebrate. The two sides are set to meet again in a league fixture at Dalymount Park this Friday, in a match that will be key for Waterford as they look to build momentum from this cup success.
