Patrick McEleney cracks the code

A wonder goal from Patrick McEleney proved enough for holders Dundalk to see off First Division champions Limerick FC at Oriel Park last night as they made it three wins from three so far.

There appeared little on when the 24-year-old picked the ball up to the right of goal on 32 minutes but after cutting inside he unleashed a stunning left foot shot that curled over the despairing Freddy Hall to the top left hand corner for his second goal in as many matches.

The Derry man was challenged by manager Stephen Kenny to step things up this season and on the evidence of the first three matches, he is certainly delivering.