Pats boss McDonnell wary of suffering UCD backlash

ST PATRICK’S Athletic defend a six-point lead at the top of the eircom League Premier Division when they host UCD at Richmond Park tonight (all kick offs 7.45pm except where indicated).

Pats have recently managed to make light of an extensive injury list, especially in defence, the latest addition to their walking wounded being Damien Lynch who was forced off with a hamstring problem in last Sunday’s 3-2 victory over Cork City.

His replacement in that game, Noel Haverty, is expected to retain his place tonight while Joseph N’do, Joe O’ Cearuill, Jamie Harris and David Partridge all remain out of action. However, one bit of good news for manager John McDonnell is that Glen Fitzpatrick returns to the squad.