Shamrock Rovers' future is once again in doubt after South Dublin County Council (SDCC) refused an application to extend planning permission for the club’s new home ground in Tallaght.

Shamrock Rovers have welcomed a new major shareholder to the board, the club has announced.

The Professional Footballers Association of Ireland is to present the case for Shamrock Rovers’ players to the Hoops board to discuss the club’s proposals regarding outstanding payments.

Shamrock Rovers players will have to put their dispute with the club on hold to focus on the job of beating Derry City in what is sure to be a tense relegation battle at Richmond Park tonight (7.00).

Third-from-bottom Shamrock Rovers last night terminated manager Liam Buckley's contract, ending his two-and-a-half year reign after a poor series of results.

SHAMROCK ROVERS could play their last three Premier Division games of the season in November at their new Tallaght stadium after top businessman Ben Dunne yesterday invested a staggering €2m in the Dublin club.