Bohs came into this evening’s clash following a frustrating 2-1 away defeat at Finn Harps and looking to avenge a 4-1 opening day Dalymount Park defeat at the hands of tonight’s visitors, Derry City. In a very open and entertaining first half, both sides looking comfortable on the ball, it was
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League of Ireland fixture changes
There have been several fixture changes in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. Current leaders Cork City are set to host Bohemians on Monday, July 31st, with kick-off at 7.45pm, having been originally scheduled for Friday, June 30th. Also, Cork City will now travel to Finn Harps on Monday, August 21st
Sean Thornton retires from football
Drogheda United midfielder Sean Thornton has today confirmed his retirement from professional football with immediate effect. The 34-year-old returned home to his local club in 2015 where he made 73 appearances for Drogheda, scoring 14 goals. Sean began his career across the water with Tranmere Rovers where he would make 11 appearances
What have we learned in the League of Ireland this week?
FAI release updated statement on the Bray Wanderers situation
The Football Association of Ireland continues to work closely with Bray Wanderers FC regarding its funding issues to complete the 2017 SSE Airtricity League season. Since first being alerted to potential issues at the club, the Association met with club officials to seek clarity on their situation and was encouraged following
Bray Wanderers players put themselves ‘on the transfer list’
The PFAI released the following statement on behalf of the Bray Wanderers players on the issue of the players & PFAI's dealings with the FAI & Bray Wanderers board. Statement On Friday, 7th July 2017 the players of Bray Wanderers requested that their club provide PFA Ireland with details of the club's
Athlone Town AFC expresses its concerns about flawed and unfair investigation into match fixing allegations
The Board of Management of Athlone Town AFC would like to express its disappointment and anger over the manner in which the club has been treated since allegations concerning match fixing first emerged. Indeed the claims are on such a scale that they have brought an unprecedented and highly negative level
Dundalk to face Celtic / Linfield if they progress next week
Dundalk have been drawn to face Celtic / Linfield in the Champions League third round qualifier if they can defeat Rosenborg next week in Norway. If any more incentive was needed to beat Rosenborg for Dundalk, a packed Aviva Stadium against the Scottish Champions could be it. Stephen Kenny's men need to
