John Fallon: All to play for on League of Ireland's return
MAIN MAN: Shamrock Rovers' Jack Byrne celebrates. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady
MAIN MAN: Shamrock Rovers' Jack Byrne celebrates. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady
Club and international men’s football has ceased before the summer solstice today, but the League of Ireland is only lighting up as the campaign resumes on Friday.
Teams in the Premier and First Divisions recently passed the midway stage and after next Monday night’s pair of fixtures the four teams involved in upcoming European club competitions will have just 14 league games remaining.
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