UCD – Kerry FC

UCD edged a tight league encounter at home, beating Kerry 2‑1 to stretch their lead in the table. The victory took the Dublin side to second place with 49 points from 14 wins, seven draws and ten defeats, while their goal difference improved to +15 (55‑40). Kerry, now fifth with 42 points after 11 wins, nine draws and 11 losses, saw their tally inch forward but remained three points behind the leaders. The result also leveled the head‑to‑head record for the season, with each club having won once and two matches ending in draws. Both sides will look to build on the points gained as the race for European spots intensifies.