Upcoming matches in the Premier Division: Sligo Rovers have high expectations against Bohemians, while Shamrock Rovers face Drogheda United at home
Sligo Rovers and Bohemians are set for a crucial clash this weekend, as both teams aim to secure important victories. Sligo Rovers can jump ahead of Galway United in the table if they record their first league win this term against Bohemians.
Bohemians responded to their FAI Cup defeat with a commanding 3-0 victory at home to Cork City. However, Sligo Rovers will be buoyed by their recent form, having followed their FAI Cup win against Bohemians two weeks ago with a 2-1 victory away to Waterford. The decisive goal in that match came from Owen Elding in the second half.
Meanwhile, Sligo Rovers' rivals Galway United will not be in action this weekend due to a postponement of their game away to Shelbourne.
Elsewhere, Drogheda United, currently leading the league, have signed Jack Stretton on a deal until the end of the season. Stretton, a Scottish Under-19 cap, has previously played for Derby County, Stockport County, Carlisle United, Oldham Athletic, Woking, and Burton Albion. The coach of Drogheda United, Kevin Doherty, is bullish about their chances against the table-toppers, despite them being considered the best team in the league.
Drogheda United can leapfrog St Patrick's Athletic and leave them a point shy of Derry in third if they win their game against them. This victory could further strengthen Drogheda United's position at the summit, as they aim to maintain their lead in the league.
Shamrock Rovers, who have qualified for the league phase of the Conference League, have not played a league game since 10 August. Their last game was a scoreless draw against Galway United. Stephen Bradley, the Shamrock Rovers coach, is proud of his team's achievement in qualifying for the UEFA Conference League group stage. However, they will be without Jack Byrne, who has left the club to join Dubai Irish on loan until December.
Connor Malley is making progress from his injury, and Shamrock Rovers report a clean bill of health, apart from "usual few knocks". The FAI Cup quarter-final between Drogheda United and Sligo Rovers will be live on RTÉ2 and the RTÉ Player on Friday, 12 September.
In other news, Bohemians' full-back Liam Smith has left the club by mutual consent to return to Scotland. This departure comes as Drogheda United prepare for their Conference League games, with their focus firmly on maintaining their lead at the summit.
As the Irish Premier Division heats up, fans are eagerly awaiting this weekend's matches, with Sligo Rovers and Bohemians' clash promising to be a tight encounter, while Drogheda United look to extend their lead at the top.
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