Cork demolish Cobh in derby to tighten hold on Division

As the League Of Ireland First Division heads into the mid-season break, Cork City look to be very much on a one way train back to the Premier Division.

Tim Clancy's City side have dominated the local derby clashes with Cobh Ramblers this term and this particular Thursday night at Turners Cross followed a similar trend.

Although there is still a lot of football to be played after the mid-season break, at this juncture it is very likely City will be playing top flight football in 2025.

City at the mid season break are 11 points clear at the top of the First Division table, with 13 wins from 21 league games played, scoring 34 goals and conceding eight.

Ramblers are looking to remain very much in contention for the promotion playoff places, but could have few complaints about the full time score on this particular occasion.

City went close to opening the scoring in the 10th minute. After being teed up by Conor Drinan in the box, Jack Doherty forced a good save out of Cobh goalkeeper Darragh Burke.

One minute later, Tim Clancy’s side did go into the lead. Evan McLaughlin floated in a corner kick and on hand to capitalise was Cian Coleman, as he got free unmarked and headed into the corner of the net.

The hosts looked intent on extending their advantage, with Cian Murphy seeing a headed effort hit the post from a lovely ball in from Greg Bolger in the 21st minute.

City were well in control by the time the game reached the half hour mark. They went close again through Doherty, who scored 18 goals for Cobh last season, almost scored against his former side. Showing lovely skilful footwork on the turn, Doherty saw his shot hit the post.

The league leaders did not have to wait long until goal number two of the night arrived. From another