Cork City host local rivals Cobh Ramblers in Matchday 31 of the 2026 First Division. The home side are runaway leaders and have effectively sealed the title, sitting on 68 points from 30 games (21 wins, 5 draws, 4 losses, +36 goal difference). Cobh sit 5th with 42 points and remain in the mix for a play-off spot.

Form & Context

• Cork City: Unbeaten in their last six matches. Strong home record and clinical attack (62 goals scored). Recent results include a draw at Bray Wanderers.
• Cobh Ramblers: Unbeaten in their last four (two draws, including a late 1-1 vs UCD). Competitive but have struggled for consistency away from home.

This is a Cork derby with extra edge. Cobh pulled off a rare win at Turner’s Cross earlier this season (0-1 on 1 May), but Cork responded with a 1-0 victory at St Colman’s Park in July. Historically Cork dominate the fixture.

Team News

Cork City have a few absentees: Brody Lee (injury), Charlie Hanover (herniated disc), and Matthew Kiernan (cruciate ligament). Key attackers Ruairí Keating and Sean Maguire remain central to their threat.

Cobh Ramblers have no major new injury concerns reported. They rely on players such as Cian Curtis, Dylan McGlade, and Anthony Adenopo for goals and creativity.

Prediction

Cork City 2-0 Cobh Ramblers

Cork are far superior in quality, form, and squad depth. Playing at home against a side they generally control, the champions-elect should secure a professional win and continue their march toward the title. Cobh will make it competitive as a derby, but the gulf in class is likely to show.