Premier Division
Drogheda United Leave it Late To Take Three Points on Opening Day
Substitutes Ryan Brennan and Jago Godden combined in additional time to steal three points on opening day Galway United 0Drogheda United 1 In seasons gone by, both sides have received praise for the defensive side of their game rather than their attacking output, and a cagey opening at Eamonn Deacy Park showed why those reputations…
Read MoreShamrock Rovers Vs Dundalk FC Preview – League of Ireland Premier Division 2026
Champions Shamrock Rovers face newly promoted Dundalk to begin League of Ireland campaign at Tallaght Stadium The double winners began their 2026 season against title rivals Derry City in the Presidents Cup last Saturday. A lone goal from Darragh Markey was enough to down the Hoops in front of 4,711 spectators in Tallaght. Rovers defender,…
Read MoreWaterford vs Shelbourne Preview – League of Ireland Premier Division 2026
Joey O’Brien’s Shelbourne set to kick start their 2026 League of Ireland campaign in the RSC Waterford finished 2025 on a high, surviving the drop to the First Division Promotion/Relegation Playoff against Bray Wanderers in their opponents home ground Tolka Park. All be it this relief, securing their Premier Division status, The Blues will be…
Read MoreGalway United vs Drogheda United Preview – League of Ireland Premier Division 2026
Drogheda United travel west in search of an opening-day victory against a Galway United side in transition. Galway United’s pre-season has been less than convincing, most notably a 6–0 defeat to rivals Sligo Rovers. However, it would be unfair to suggest that pre-season form is an accurate representation of what to expect in the upcoming…
Read MoreShelbourne Announce Long-Term Signing of Will Jarvis
On the eve of the start of the 2026 League Of Ireland season, Shelbourne have announced the signing of Will Jarvis from Notts County on a long term deal. The 23-year-old forward has committed to a long-term deal with the Reds, returning to Tolka Park for the third time in his career. A graduate of…
Read MoreDerry City vs Sligo Rovers Preview – League of Ireland Premier Division 2026
James McClean to make his first Premier Division appearance in 14 years as Derry City welcome Sligo Rovers to Brandywell in season opener. Derry got their season off to flying start with a President’s Cup victory over Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght. A returning James McClean would provide the assist for the only goal in the…
Read MoreGlentoran Secure signing of Aaron McEneff from Shamrock Rovers
NIFL Premiership side Glentoran have announced the signing of Aaron McEneff from Shamrock Rovers. During his time with Shamrock Rovers, McEneff was a key figure in some of the club’s most successful seasons in recent years. He lifted two League of Ireland Premier Division titles and two FAI Cups, and featured regularly in European competition,…
Read MoreAre Shelbourne Redefining Recruitment in the League of Ireland?
2024 League of Ireland champions Shelbourne could be beginning to move the needle when it comes to recruiting players from outside the British Isles. In recent seasons, much of the League of Ireland’s financial growth has been driven by the successful development and sale of homegrown talent to European clubs for record-breaking fees. Mason Melia’s…
Read MoreLeague of Ireland Unveils Gambling Awareness Programme for Players
The League of Ireland has confirmed the launch of a dedicated gambling awareness and education programme designed to support players, coaches and officials across the domestic game. Set to commence later this month, the three-year initiative will see former professional footballers lead a series of 70 in-person workshops delivered across senior squads, academy teams and…
Read MoreLeague of Ireland Premier Division 2026: All You Need to Know
A complete guide to the League of Ireland Premier Division 2026, including full squad lists, key players, opening weekend fixtures and season storylines. The 2025 League of Ireland Premier Division season underlined the continued growth and competitiveness of the domestic game, with strong attendances, tight margins at both ends of the table and fascinating storylines…
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