Music for Football

- September 18, 2017

Most weeks this season a song has come to mind to soundtrack the latest developments at Bray Wanderers. There was the Richard and Linda Thompson track ‘’I Want To See The Bright Lights Tonight’’ when I got within sight of the Carlisle Grounds, complete with shining floodlights, for our first

The Louth Derby is the pick of the bunch in FAI Cup draw

- August 28, 2017

The FAI Cup 1/4 draw took place this evening and the Louth Derby between Dundalk and Drogheda United is the pick of the bunch. LSL side Bluebell United have been rewarded with a home tie against Shamrock Rovers. Here is the full draw: Longford Town v Cork City Bluebell Utd v Shamrock Rovers Galway Utd

Under dreaming spires

- August 20, 2017

When I was at school I remember the class being brought to Drogheda for a school trip to see St Oliver Plunkett’s head. I doubt if you could palm schoolkids off with such fare nowadays, but then I was brought up in simpler times. The visit came back to me

What have we learned in the League of Ireland this week?

- August 8, 2017

Cork City recorded their 22nd league win of the season as they moved a set closer to the league title. They took all 3 points at United Park, thanks to Stephen Dooley’s 54th minute goal which now leaves them 17 points clear; with a game in hand. Reigning champions Dundalk

What have we learned in the League of Ireland this week?

- June 20, 2017June 20, 2017

The league of Ireland returned in style last weekend where a massive 36 goals were scored across 10 games; that seen just 3 teams failing to find the net. The weekend also seen the goals scored in the premier division surpass 300 in 18 rounds. Cork City continued to ease

Drogheda United looking for return to top flight first time of asking

- October 6, 2016

Drogheda United manager Pete Mahon has praised the quality of the First Division as the club enters the final two games of the season. United are in a commanding position in the First Division play-off race, placed 2nd in the SSE Airtricity League First Division, and need just a point from

Which League of Ireland club flag was spotted at Glastonbury?

- June 29, 2016June 29, 2016

With Glastonbury just over for another year, one of our readers has sent in a picture of themselves at the UK Festival. It shows them representing their hometown League of Ireland colours and flying their club flag high over their tents. SSE Airtricity League First Division side Drogheda United was well represented

Can Drogheda United bounce back at the first attempt?

- February 29, 2016February 29, 2016

The league of Ireland season is drawing ever closer, nothing really beats the feel of cheering on your team week in week out, where passion is shown throughout the whole ground. Drogheda United fans are no strangers to showing there vocal support through the seasons. The Drogs are looking to bounce

Sligo Rovers sign the most wanted keeper in the League of Ireland Michael Schlingermann

- December 1, 2015February 14, 2016

Sligo Rovers have announced the signing of Drogheda United goalkeeper Michael Schlingermann yesterday evening. The PFAI Goalkeeper of the Year 2015 signs for Dave Robertson's side on a one year deal. There were rumours of many clubs interested in the Mayo man after his heroics last season for Drogheda United. He was part

Longford Town sign striker Lee Duffy from Drogheda United

- November 27, 2015February 14, 2016

Striker Lee Duffy has signed for Longford Town for the 2016 season after leaving Drogheda United. The stiker scored 7 goals in 23 appearances for the Drogs last season but ultimately the club were relegated. The former Shelbourne player will be a great addition to Tony Cousins front line where they will