Caherlistrane hit by late rocket

AFTER having raised their game so often to see off the likes of Hibs and Salthill Devon earlier in the competition, this Umbro FAI Junior Cup 5th round tie was a step too far for a gallant Caherlistrane based side as an injury time winner by the Dublin visitors gave them a place in the last 32.Having led at the break courtesy of a David Lee header, St. Pat’s looked comfortable until Corduff levelled just after the hour mark. While little was created in the last quarter, the tie looked destined for extra time until Richie Coates slammed home a stunning winner from outside the area.St. Pat’s were dealt a body blow before the kick-off due to the unavailability of David Geraghty and Leo Greaney, but they started in confident fashion in the unfamiliar surroundings of Drom.With a slight wind advantage. they did all the early pressing and Adrian Murphy almost gave them the perfect start, but a smart stop by David Byrne denied the breakaway.Chances continued to be…..