Rovers seek home comforts in cup tie

SHAMROCK ROVERS mark another milestone in a new era for the club this evening when the all-time specialists in the competition host their first FAI Cup game at Tallaght Stadium, with Drogheda United providing the opposition (kick off 7pm).

“It’s another momentous occasion for Shamrock Rovers and for the supporters it’s bridging a gap of 22 years,” points out manager Michael O’Neill. “Hopefully that will mean a very good atmosphere and that will help the players to put on a performance and get the right result. We’re certainly looking forward to it.

“Shamrock Rovers have a fantastic overall record in this competition and hopefully this game will mark the beginning of the current side contributing to that history.”