Longford Town vs Athlone Town – 4 May 2026, League of Ireland First Division: H2H, form and match facts

Longford Town were held to a 1‑1 draw at home by Athlone Town, leaving the hosts still perched in sixth place with 41 points from 31 games, their goal tally perfectly balanced at 41 for and 41 against. Athlone also sit on 41 points, but in seventh spot, having scored 33 and conceded 36, a slight edge in defensive solidity. The point keeps the gap between the two sides at a razor‑thin two points, with both clubs having recorded 11 wins and eight draws each this season. In their head‑to‑head encounters this campaign, Athlone have the upper hand, winning two of the three meetings while Longford have yet to claim a victory.