Previews - Saints host Bohs in Friday night headliner
Tonight's SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division fixtures promise an exciting array of matches that could significantly impact the league standings. Here's a preview of the key games scheduled for this evening:
St Patrick's Athletic vs Bohemians (LIVE ON VIRGIN MEDIA TWO)
At Richmond Park, St Patrick's Athletic host Bohemians in what promises to be a thrilling Dublin derby. Bohemians' striker Colm Whelan showed scintillating form, recently netting a hat-trick against his former club Waterford.
Whelan's journey from playing hurling for Kilkenny U16s to becoming a standout footballer in the League of Ireland underscores his versatility and determination and will be hoping he has seen past his injury woes now.
St Patrick's Athletic, on the other hand, have been bolstered by the return of Aidan Keena. Keena rejoined the club in July 2024 and made an immediate impact, scoring crucial goals that secured European football for the Saints. His form continued into the 2025 season, earning him the League of Ireland Player of the Month for February 2025.
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Drogheda United vs. Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United will host Shamrock Rovers at Sullivan and Lambe Park. Shamrock Rovers, under the guidance of manager Stephen Bradley, have been adapting to the departure of key striker Johnny Kenny. Bradley has expressed confidence in his squad's depth, highlighting the potential of new signings like Ed McGinty, Danny Grant, Adam Matthews, Matt Healy, and the young talent Michael Noonan.
He believes that the team's success doesn't rely solely on a traditional No. 9, emphasizing a collective approach to goal-scoring. Drogheda United, known for their resilience, will aim to capitalize on home advantage to challenge the champions and maintain their spot at the top of the Division.
Galway United vs. Waterford
Galway United welcomes Waterford to Eamonn Deacy Park. Waterford will be hoping to bounce back after last week's defeat to Bohemians while Galway United have been draw specialists so far this season but remain unbeaten going into tonight's clash.
Shelbourne vs Cork City
Newly promoted Cork City will travel to Shelbourne at Tolka Park. Cork City has shown ambition in their return to the top flight, aiming to re-establish themselves as a SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division mainstay. Champions Shelbourne will provide a stern test, and both teams will be eager to secure valuable points early in the season. However, Damien Duff has said his side are facing a depleted squad as a virus has hit the camp this week.
