Dario Castelo's men are now just two points off third spot in the table.
Athlone Town made it back to back wins in the League of Ireland First Division on Saturday night.
The midlands side were 3-2 winners over Longford Town to leave them fourth in the table just two points off Cobh Ramblers in the table.
Valeri Dolia gave them the lead before a double from Cristian Magerusan put Longford in front and looking to claim all three points.
However, two goals in the final 10 minutes from top scorer Frantz Pierrot gave Dario Castelo's side all three points.
The Town will now have a two week break before they host Wexford on August 25th.
GOAL! Longford Town 2-3 Athlone Town
— League of Ireland (@LeagueofIreland) August 12, 2023
88' | Late drama in a thrilling Midlands Derby! Pierrot gets his second to give Athlone the lead! 👇#LOI | #LONATH pic.twitter.com/MmfkzBxYwt
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