Dundalk blow as McMillan to miss title run-in

League leaders Dundalk have suffered a major blow with the news striker David McMillan will miss the remainder of the title run-in with an ankle ligament injury incurred in the Lilywhites 2-0 win over UCD on Friday.

“It’s very unfortunate for David,” says manager Stephen Kenny. “Patrick Hoban and David really have been exceptional this year. They have scored a lot of goals and have been terrific, but Mark Griffin can come to the fore now. He has a chance to come in now and make a difference.”

With three Premier Division teams involved in the FAI Cup on Sunday, Dundalk will not be in league action again until next Friday when they’re away to bottom club Athlone Town.