Drogheda and Bohemians play out entertaining draw

Bohemians withstood a late barrage at United Park to come away with a point against Drogheda United, a result that suits Alan Reynolds' side more so than United, who remain rooted to the foot of the table.

Kevin Doherty had to contend with former Drogs star Dayle Rooney lining out in the Gypsies attack. He scored one goal and created another as Bohemians came from behind to lead in an action packed first half.

The second 45 minutes brought just one goal but plenty of drama as after Leigh Kavanagh’s late dismissal for two yellow cards, Drogheda laid seige to the Bohemians goal.

The away team had Kacper Chorazka to thank for a stunning injury-time save to deny Adam Foley and Frantz Pierrot saw a goalbound effort blocked with the game’s final act.

Shane Farrell had got United’s first and after Rooney and a James Bolger own goal turned the game, Cian Byrne put into his own net to level matters.

Dundalk losing at home to Galway eases the pressure on Bohs at least and allows Drogheda to ever gain on their foes. It could have been a worse night but Doherty might feel it could have been better too.

With Shelbourne boss Damien Duff watching on from the stands, Farrell produced a stunning dead ball effort to hand Drogheda the lead.

From 25 yards out, his free-kick found the top corner. It was an effort worthy of the 'postage stamp’ description, leaving Chorazka with no chance whatsoever.

Duff, whose side face Bohemians in three weeks time, very publicly criticised Farrell’s application earlier in the season as the midfielder fell out of favour at Tolka Park. He has impressed early in his United career, with his goal here further endearing him to the home faithful.

The Drogheda supporters were welcoming back a more familiar fan favourite in