Edward McCarthy pounces for Galway to sink league leaders Shels
Edward McCarthy's first-half strike earned Galway United a 1-0 victory over SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division leaders Shelbourne at a sun-drenched Eamonn Deacy Park.
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'There has to be a blanket ban on the pyro' until protocols are put in place - Graham Gartland
In an ideal world, the aftermath of Friday's clash between Drogheda United and Shelbourne would have focused on an entertaining night on the pitch and a dramatic ending following Sean Boyd's late equaliser for Damien Duff's current SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division leaders.
Shelbourne and Damien Duff condemn throwing of object which struck linesman
Shelbourne have offered an apology to the linemsan struck by an object thrown from the away section during their 2-2 draw at Drogheda United and condemned the actions of the individual responsible for the incident.
Linesman struck by object thrown from away end mars Shelbourne draw at Drogheda United
There was late drama aplenty at Weavers Park but Sean Boyd's late goal was overshadowed by an incident which saw assistant referee Dermot Broughton struck by an object thrown from the away section.
Liam Burt bags stunner as Shelbourne see off Dundalk
Liam Burt struck a stunning first goal for Shelbourne before forcing an own goal as Damien Duff's side extended their lead at the top of the Premier Division table to seven points.
RTÉ Soccer Podcast: The root causes of the slow start to 2024 made by St Patrick's Athletic
While Shamrock Rovers have got off to a slow start in their defence of the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title, the Hoops got their first win of the campaign on Friday night after grinding out a 1-0 victory at Galway United, in front of the RTÉ cameras.
Matt Jarvis brace downs St Pat's as Shelbourne continue winning ways
Talk of Shelbourne's title credentials will only get louder after they saw off St Patrick’s Athletic at Richmond Park for their fifth league win in a row to march five points clear at the Premier Division summit.
'13 points, woo hoo' - Damien Duff keeping feet on ground despite Shelbourne's strong start
Shelbourne are the early leaders of the League of Ireland Premier Division but manager Damien Duff is refusing to get carried away.