Bohemians prepare to host Waterford in the FAI Cup semi-final at Dalymount Park this Friday, buoyed by a run of form that has them second in the Premier Division. The Gypsies are unbeaten in their last five matches, a sequence that includes a 2-1 win away to Dundalk last week.
Team form and recent results
That victory at Oriel Park, secured by goals from Colm Whelan and Ross Tierney, extended a positive run. Bohemians sit second in the table with 59 points from 32 games, having scored 57 league goals this season. Their opponents, Waterford, arrive off the back of a 3-2 defeat to Shamrock Rovers in their last league outing and currently occupy eighth place.
Head-to-head history
The sides have met four times already this season, with Bohemians winning two, Waterford one, and one draw. The most recent clash in August saw Waterford claim a 3-1 victory, a result Bohemians will be keen to overturn with a cup final place at stake.
Manager's view on venue
Waterford manager Graham Coughlan has publicly advocated for neutral venues in semi-finals, drawing on his own playing experience. "In those days it was neutral venues and the tickets were split evenly in the semi-final, not like it is nowadays," Coughlan said. He added, "Well it should be," when discussing the ideal setup. His comments highlight the perceived advantage Bohemians will enjoy with a large home crowd at Dalymount Park.
Friday's match kicks off at 19:45, with Bohemians looking to leverage their strong home record and current momentum to book a place in the FAI Cup final. The club's full squad details are available online.
