Sligo frustrated as Hoops hang on for draw

Sligo Rovers missed the chance to close the gap on Airtricity League Premier Division leaders St Patrick’s Athletic to four points after they were held to a scoreless draw by Shamrock Rovers at the Showgrounds on Saturday night.

It was a night of frustration for the champions as they missed a host of chances, including a second-half penalty as Shamrock Rovers claimed their 12th draw of this season’s league campaign.

Sligo struck the post once in either half through Joseph Ndo and David McMillan, while the latter saw his 48th minute spot-kick saved by Hoops keeper Richard Brush.