Optimistic Hoops face Shels in Dublin derby

SHAMROCK ROVERS manager Liam Buckley sees tonight’s Dublin derby with Shelbourne as marking the end of the first phase of the season, rather than a chance to reel in the early pace-setters.

Optimistic Hoops face Shels in Dublin derby

The third-placed Hoops travel to Tolka Park tonight for a 7.45pm kick-off, looking to close a three-point gap on the leaders.

But Buckley said: "It's early days yet to be looking at the league table. We've only just started the season and there's a long way to go yet.

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