Person: Rory Gaffney

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Shamrock Rovers ready for Dundalk acid test

The scene is set for a juggernaut collision at Tallaght Stadium tonight as Shamrock Rovers face Dundalk for the first time this season.

Graham Burke celebrates scoring a goal 9/3/2018

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Gaffney set for Rovers’ debut as Burke out

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Cork City’s League licence was under threat until Preston deal

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Neville misses local dimension to Premier League mix

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How the Irish fared: Pádraig Amond left with mixed emotions

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How the Irish fared: I’m not leaving, Mick tells boo-boys

How the Irish fared: Fired-up McGeady ‘does an Adebayor’ at Preston

Hell hath no fury like a player scorned! Last season Aiden McGeady re-ignited his club career during a loan spell at Preston, finishing the season as their player of the year. That form earned him a permanent move to Sunderland in July.

Mon, 02 Oct, 2017

How the Irish fared: ‘Didzy’ puts Mick back in fans’ good books

Mick McCarthy was grateful for a moment of “magic” from David McGoldrick as Ipswich maintained their perfect start to the new Championship season by winning 2-1 at Barnsley on Saturday.

Mon, 14 Aug, 2017

Adam Rooney books cup final date for Aberdeen against Bhoys

There was a distinctly Irish flavour to Aberdeen’s 3-2 win over Hibernian in Saturday’s Scottish Cup semi-final.

Mon, 24 Apr, 2017

How the Irish fared: Dazzling Daryl Horgan gives O’Neill timely reminder

As is the case in life, timing is everything in sport. And with Martin O’Neill set to name his squad today for the crucial World Cup qualifier with Wales on Friday week, Daryl Horgan could scarcely have picked a better time to produce a virtuoso display.

Mon, 13 Mar, 2017

How the Irish fared: Jonathan Douglas accused of causing Bamba to see red

Neil Warnock accused Jonathan Douglas of sparking an extraordinary outburst from Sol Bamba after the defender was sent off for confronting the fourth official — and his own manager — in Cardiff’s Championship 1-1 draw at Ipswich on Saturday.

Mon, 12 Dec, 2016

Sheffield Wednesday v Preston North End - Sky Bet Championship

How the Irish Fared: ‘Disgrace’ Eoin Doyle in dock over Preston punch-up

Former League of Ireland striker Eoin Doyle faces a whopping internal fine and three-match ban after being branded a disgrace by his Preston manager following his punch-up with his team-mate Jermaine Beckford on Saturday.

Mon, 05 Dec, 2016

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Norwich City - Sky Bet Championship - Molineux

How the Irish fared: Wes Hoolahan and Robbie Brady on song for Norwich

With the World Cup qualifier against Georgia just days away Ireland boss Martin O’Neill will have been pleased to see Wes Hoolahan and Robbie Brady shine at club level this weekend.

Mon, 03 Oct, 2016

How the Irish fared: Birthday boy Conrad Logan gives Hibs final ticket

Every now and again sport provides a day to savour. For Conrad Logan, that day was Saturday.

Mon, 18 Apr, 2016

How the Irish fared: Cyrus Christie ends 62-game drought for Derby

He may have only needed two games for Ireland to net for the first time but Cyrus Christie’s wait for a maiden goal for Derby was a far longer one.

Mon, 22 Feb, 2016

Rob Lehane addition boosts Cobh Ramblers’ promotion hopes

Cobh Ramblers have boosted their prospects of promotion to the Airtricity Premier Division by signing former Cork City striker Rob Lehane.

Tue, 05 Jan, 2016

How the Irish fared: Eoin Doyle finally turning things around

Remember when Eoin Doyle was scoring for fun? 

Mon, 04 Jan, 2016

Alan Judge making compelling case for Euros inclusion

How the Irish fared

Mon, 21 Dec, 2015

How the Irish fared: David Meyler strikes again for Hull

David Meyler’s second goal in two games put Hull City on course for a 2-0 victory over Birmingham that lifted the Tigers to second in the Championship on Saturday.

Mon, 26 Oct, 2015

Cambridge’s talented Corkman Gearóid Morrissey ‘buzzing’ after Old Trafford debut

Gearóid Morrissey said he is still floating on air after making his debut from the bench for Cambridge United against Manchester United this week and revealed he would have started if it was not for a groin injury which has troubled him for almost three weeks.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2015

Limerick’s Thomond farewell

Limerick FC 1 Sligo Rovers 0

Sat, 18 Oct, 2014

Horgan confident ahead of first of ‘five cup finals’

Dundalk and Cork City resume their title tilt this evening, with the leaders away to UCD and the Leesiders at home to Sligo Rovers.

Fri, 26 Sep, 2014

Super-sub Lehane gives City title boost

Premier Division

Mon, 22 Sep, 2014

O’Sullivan ends UCD resistance

Cork City 2 UCD 1

Sat, 19 Jul, 2014

Cork go second with nervy win at Lims

Limerick FC 1 Cork City 2

Wed, 21 May, 2014

Limerick leave Shels staring at relegation

Limerick FC 1 Shelbourne 0

Thu, 17 Oct, 2013

Shels staring at the drop after Limerick defeat

Shelbourne are staring a return to the First Division in the face after a solitary goal from Rory Gaffney gave Limerick a 1-0 win at Thomond Park.

Wed, 16 Oct, 2013

St. Pat's in the driving seat as Dundalk slip up

Without having to kick a ball, St. Patrick's Athletic were the main winners on another night of important action in the Premier Division of the Airtricity League.

Sat, 28 Sep, 2013

Eager Limerick even honours with Rovers

Limerick FC 2 Shamrock Rovers 0

Wed, 25 Sep, 2013

Gaffney stars for Limerick

Rory Gaffney provided an assist before scoring a sublime second as Limerick burst Shamrock Rovers' bubble with a 2-0 win in their Premier Division clash at Thomond Park tonight.

Tue, 24 Sep, 2013

Delight as minnows Bluebell United hold Derry City scoreless

Non-league Bluebell United were the toast of the FAI Ford Cup third round as they frustrated holders Derry City to earn a 0-0 draw at the Brandywell.

Sat, 24 Aug, 2013

Limerick pile woe on City

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Sat, 03 Aug, 2013

Limerick comeback stuns the Lilywhites

Limerick produced a rousing second-half showing to overturn a two-goal deficit and claim a 3-2 win against Dundalk on Saturday evening.

Mon, 01 Jul, 2013

Limerick stun Dundalk with second-half comeback

Limerick came from two goals down at half-time to stun in-form Dundalk 3-2 at Thomond Park to earn a first win in six games.

Sat, 29 Jun, 2013

Sheppard goal earns Rovers victory

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Sat, 15 Jun, 2013

Douglas pile driver earns Bluebell another shot

Bluebell United provided the only surprise of the FAI Ford Cup weekend when the Dublin non-league side held Roddy Collins’ First Division Athlone Town to a 2-2 draw at Baldonnel on Saturday night.

Mon, 03 Jun, 2013

FAI Ford Cup roundup: Candystripes cruise into cup third round

Rory Patterson scored a second half hat-trick as holders Derry City won 4-0 at non-league Blarney United to cruise safely into the third round of the FAI Ford Cup.

Sat, 01 Jun, 2013

Inspired Ryan defies Sligo

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Sat, 25 May, 2013

Rusk earns Drogs a draw

An equaliser deep in stoppage time from substitute Graham Rusk earned Drogheda United a 2-2 draw against 10-man Sligo Rovers in a dramatic game at the Showgrounds.

Sat, 27 Apr, 2013

Limerick bid to halt losing run against Hoops

After suffering narrow back-to-back defeats by Sligo Rovers and St Patrick’s Athletic, Limerick are hoping for an improved return at Thomond Park this evening, when they host a Shamrock Rovers side desperate for a win.

Tue, 02 Apr, 2013

Saints test for Limerick

Limerick go in search of their second win since returning to the top flight when they welcome a St Patrick’s Athletic side who have been out of action for over a fortnight due to the unseasonal weather to Thomond Park this evening (kick-off 7.45pm).

Sat, 30 Mar, 2013

Dunne seeking another City lift

While the majority of leagues take a break for the duration of international blocs, there’s no such rest for Airtricity League clubs, with a full list of fixtures down for decision today and tomorrow – even if the cruel weather might still force a couple of cancellations.

Sat, 23 Mar, 2013