Dundalk switch focus to title run

Fresh from last week’s historic exploits in the Europa League, Dundalk refocus fully on their title retention quest when they host Shamrock Rovers at Oriel Park this evening.

And with third-placed Derry City also due at the same venue on Friday, it’s another big week Lilywhites’ central defender Brian Gartland is eager to embrace.

In-form Cork City’s 3-0 win over Rovers at Turner’s Cross on Friday reduced the champions lead to seven points, though with a game more played.