Published: Sat 15 Aug 2015, 6:11 PM

Last updated: Sat 15 Aug 2015, 7:16 PM

Athlone may have lost but there was this fabulous strike to remember

Published: Sat 15 Aug 2015, 6:11 PM

Last updated: Sat 15 Aug 2015, 7:16 PM

Athlone fans may have been lamenting their side coming out on the wrong end of a seven-goal thriller on Friday night at home to Waterford Utd.

But, at least, they can remember this cracking strike from Daniel Purdy.

http://youtu.be/zIP4KrZszKw

Published: Sat 15 Aug 2015, 6:11 PM

Last updated: Sat 15 Aug 2015, 7:16 PM

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