Rafter keeps Dundalk in top flight

Waterford United 0 Dundalk 2

And it was former Blues player Michael Rafter who came back to haunt the home club as his brace gave Darius Kierans’ side a deserved victory.

After the sides finished level at Oriel Park on Tuesday, much was expected of the First Division side. But they failed to turn up, especially in the second-half, as Paul O’Brien’s outfit put in a tame effort and could have no complaints.