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17 August 2025; Chris Forrester of St Patrick's Athletic, centre, celebrates with teammates after scoring their side's second goal during the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup third round match between St Patrick's Athletic and Shelbourne at Richmond Park in Du

Forrester eyes another FAI Cup after Pat's victory

Chris Forrester is dreaming of more Sports Direct FAI Cup success with St Patrick's Athletic after reaching the quarter-final stage thanks to a 2-0 victory over Shelbourne at Richmond Park on Sunday evening.

Soccer • 18 Aug

Chris Forrester (r) credits Jon Daly (l) with creating a strong bond at St. Pat's

Forrester: Daly putting Pat's team bonding in fast lane

Chris Forrester has praised Jon Daly for his St. Patrick's Athletic bonding efforts, including a pre-season go-karting trip.

Soccer • 10 Feb 24

Chris Forrester poses with his PFA Ireland Player of the Year trophy

Chris Forrester named PFAI Player of the Year for 2023

St Patrick's Athletic midfielder Chris Forrester was named the PFA Ireland Player of the Year at the annual awards ceremony in Dublin on Saturday night.

Soccer • 03 Dec 23

Forrester lit up the last Pat's-Bohs cup final

Memories of Forrester wondergoal fresh ahead of rematch

Anto Breslin is now a team-mate of Chris Forrester at Richmond Park, and believes the midfielder is well capable of lighting up another Aviva Stadium showpiece.

Soccer • 10 Nov 23

Forrester has scored three goals since late August

Forrester and Pat's galvanised by 'healthy distraction'

St Patrick's Athletic talisman Chris Forrester chats to Raf Diallo about the club being galvanised by their European experience against CSKA Sofia as they find form for the run-in.

Soccer • 25 Sep 22

Shelbourne players react after conceding their third goal against St Pat's on Friday's opening night

Sheppard 'surprised with narrative' about Shels' opener

Former striker Karl Sheppard believes Shelbourne's openness at the back when they lose possession is a concern if it persists as the new SSE Airtricty League season continues.

Soccer • 21 Feb 22

Chris Forrester will not be following his former manager to Dundalk

LOI transfers: Forrester stays a Saint, Coyle to Shels

Chris Forrester has given St Patrick's Athletic a boost as the PFAI Player of the Year nominee has signed a new long-term contract with the club.

Soccer • 06 Dec 21

Chris Forrester, Roberto Lopes and Georgie Kelly pose with the award

Kelly, Lopes and Forrester nominated for PFAI award

Bohemians striker Georgie Kelly, Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto Lopes and St Patrick's Athletic midfielder Chris Forrester have been nominated for 2021 PFA Ireland Player of the Year.

Soccer • 23 Nov 21

Chris Forrester has helped St Patrick's Athletic to second in the table

Forrester lands monthly honour after return to form

Chris Forrester of St Patrick's Athletic is the SSE Airtricity/Soccer Writers Ireland Player of the Month for March/April.

Soccer • 12 May 21

Chris Forrester has helped St Patrick's Athletic to the top of the table

Forrester re-emerging as a star after toughest battle

Chris Forrester had the look of a man wanting to make a quick getaway from Richmond Park last Friday night, but his star is once again on the rise after overcoming some difficult times.

Soccer • 02 May 21

Chris Forrester celebrates after scoring his side's third goal

Forrester steals the show as Saints thump Longford

Not for the first time in his career, Chris Forrester stole the show, capping it with a brace of delightful goals, as league leaders St Patrick's Athletic maintained their unbeaten start to the season.

Soccer • 30 Apr 21

'He's special' - Kenny hoping Forrester can catch fire

New St Pat's boss Harry Kenny is hoping he can get Chris Forrester back to his very best as the new-look Saints prepare for their season opener against Cork City.

Soccer • 14 Feb 19

Chris Forrester has returned to Inchicore

Forrester ready for 'fresh start' on St Pat's return

Chris Forrester has signed a three-year contract as he returns to St Patrick's Athletic, while Rhys McCabe has also joined from Sligo Rovers.

Soccer • 23 Jan 19

Chris Forrester joined Aberdeen in the summer of 2018

Forrester departs Aberdeen 'at player's request'

Chris Forrester has left Aberdeen after the Scottish Premiership club agreed to terminate the midfielder's contract.

Soccer • 22 Jan 19

Forrester previously starred for St Patrick's Athletic.

Forrester signs three-year deal with Aberdeen

Irish midfielder Chris Forrester has signed a long-term contract for Aberdeen, ending his three-year stint at Peterborough.

Soccer • 05 Jun 18

Chris Forrester was captain of Peterborough United

Aberdeen chasing Irish midfielder Forrester

Aberdeen are chasing former St Patrick's Athletic midfielder Chris Forrester after he was placed on the transfer list last week by Peterborough United.

Soccer • 16 May 18

Darren Fletcher celebrates his equaliser at London Road

Forrester shines as West Brom break Posh hearts

Former St Patrick’s Athletic midfielder Chris Forrester produced a hugely impressive performance as League One Peterborough United gave West Brom a massive FA Cup scare before suffering the heartache of a penalty shootout defeat.

Soccer • 10 Feb 16

Chris Forrester in action for former club St Patrick's Athletic

Forrester likened to Carrick after fine Posh start

Irish midfielder Chris Forrester has been likened to Manchester United star Michael Carrick by manager Graham Westley after a fine start to life with Peterborough United.

Soccer • 30 Oct 15

Chris Forrester has left the League of Ireland to join Peterborough United

Forrester ready to make impact at Peterborough

Chris Forrester wants to make an immediate impact at Peterborough United following his move from St Patrick’s Athletic over the weekend.

Soccer • 31 Aug 15

Chris Forrester picks up this third player of the month award

Chris Forrester nets player of the month award

St Patrick's Athletic midfielder Chris Forrester has been named the SSE Airtricity/Soccer Writers’ Association of Ireland player of the month for June.

Soccer • 13 Jul 15

Chris Forrester is hoping to win the FAI Cup for the first time

Maturing Forrester ready to end FAI Cup wait

St Patrick’s Athletic star Chris Forrester feels he has matured under the guidance of Liam Buckley this season, admitting he has been affected by watching scouts in the past.

Soccer • 02 Nov 14

Forrester wins April Player of the Month

St Patrick’s Athletic midfielder Chris Forrester has been named the SSE Airtricity/Soccer Writers’ Association of Ireland Player of the Month for April.

Soccer • 09 May 14

Chris Forrester