Shamrock Rovers host Bohemians in a titanic clash on Friday night with both sides looking to prove their title credentials in this mammoth Dublin Derby.
Shamrock Rovers have started to click into gear in the last week with back to back wins against two Dublin rivals in Shelbourne and St. Pats to propel them to the summit for the first time this season.
Bohemians defeat to Sligo on Friday night was the culmination of a disappointing run of form for Alan Reynolds side that has seen them relinquish their perch at the top of the league.
Key Information
Where to watch: Virgin Media Two
Kickoff: 20:00
Betting Odds: Shamrock Rovers 6/5, Draw 23/10, Bohemians 2/1
Team News
Dan Cleary is expected to return to the squad on Friday night after missing the last 7 games through injury. Dylan Watts is said to be targeting a return for the Waterford game next week. Adam Brennan was back in the squad in Inchicore and will be hoping to return to the 11 for this one.
Douglas James Taylor made a 25 minute appearance off the bench against Sligo to mark his return from injury. He will now be competing with Colm Whelan to win that No.9 jersey for the Tallaght encounter. Dayle Rooney isn’t expected to return from his knee injury in time for the game.
Key Statistics
Rovers have only won 2 of the last 9 meetings between the two in all competitions
55,622 people attended the four derbies altogether between the two last season
Key Players
Matt Healy is the central cog of the Shamrock Rovers machine that seems to be cranking up. The Corkman hasn’t missed a minute for The Hoops this season and was one of four LOI players included in the provisional Irish squad for the March Playoffs.
Ross Tierney scored a vital goal in Tallaght last season to draw his side level in what would turn out to be a memorable comeback victory. He’s scored in 3 of his last 5 Dublin Derbies against The Hoops and will be hoping to do the same in Tallaght on Friday night.
Previous Meetings
27/2/26 Bohemians 3-2 Shamrock Rovers
26/9/25 Shamrock Rovers 2-1 Bohemians
23/6/25 Bohemians 2-0 Shamrock Rovers
21/4/25 Shamrock Rovers 2-3 Bohemians