The team from the city of Dublin has a mixed squad, including four players who were called up by the Irish national team.
St. Kevin’s Football Club, founded in 1959 in Dublin, has grown tremendously since its beginnings as a simple local club. Today, with a history full of successes and a promising future, the team has reached a new stage in its journey, taking its talent to international competitions. This year, they have once again participated in the International Carnaval Cup, a perfect ‘platform’ for St. Kevin’s players to showcase their skills on a global stage.
The St. Kevin’s team traveled from Dublin for this event with a mixed squad that has not only demonstrated its abilities on the field but also includes a group of exceptional players, some of whom have been called up by the Irish national team. The four internationals who are part of this team are: Faith Dawson, Jack Moore, Rio Devlin, and Will McCann. Additionally, one player, Isa Hannon, completes this elite group, showing the club’s commitment to women’s football.
The first results in the International Carnaval Cup
St. Kevin’s team began their participation in the International Carnaval Cup with a tough challenge. In their first match, they faced Genk, a strong team that defeated them 4-0. Despite the loss, the team kept their spirits high, and in their next match against Parets, they secured a 0-2 victory, demonstrating that their talent and competitive spirit were on par with international competition.
A club with a rich history of success
St. Kevin’s is not a club that has reached the top by chance. Founded in 1959 by Father Desmond Williams, the club started with a single team, but today it hosts over 40 teams in various categories. Over the years, St. Kevin’s has achieved significant growth, and in 2023, it changed its name from St. Kevin’s Boys Club to St. Kevin’s Football Club to reflect its expansion into women’s football, a key step in its evolution.
The club boasts modern facilities, including a complex with locker rooms, meeting rooms, a conference room with cutting-edge technology, and a new illuminated pitch that was inaugurated in 2016. These advancements have allowed St. Kevin’s to become a benchmark in player development.
Stars who have made a difference
St. Kevin’s has been the cradle of great footballers who have reached the highest level. Players such as Liam Brady, Damien Duff, Ian Harte, and Jeff Hendrick have represented Ireland on the international stage, while others continue to shine in European leagues. Additionally, the club organizes a prestigious international tournament, the Academy Cup, which has featured the participation of European giants such as FC Barcelona, Arsenal, and Real Madrid, becoming one of the most important events for elite youth teams.
A team to watch in the European scene
St. Kevin’s continues to evolve both in terms of sports and its infrastructure. Investment in new facilities and the growth of its youth program ensure that the club remains a reference in Irish and international football. With a team of highly qualified coaches and a focus on the holistic development of its players, St. Kevin’s is more than ready to face the challenges of the future.
This trip to the International Carnaval Cup is just the beginning of a new phase in which the club, with its blend of young talent and experience, will continue to demonstrate its ability to compete at the international level: “We’ve taken a 3-hour flight to show the talent we have,” concluded the coach of the Irish team.
