Shels bid for derby delight in Dublin

Airtricity League Premier Division football, minus the now defunct Monaghan United, returns after the brief summer break, with tonight’s big Dublin derby clash of Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers at Tolka Park (8pm).

Shelbourne, back in sixth place, are just two points behind defending champions Rovers, and were boosted in their last game before the break when a 71st minute goal from Philly Hughes gave them an impressive 1-0 victory over Derry City at the Brandywell.

“That was a very good win in Derry, to collect the three points, as we worked hard for each other and played some good football,” said Shels boss Alan Mathews.