Shels relegated from Premier Division

In a sensational development in Irish football, champions Shelbourne have been relegated from the Premier Division of the eircom League.

The First Instance Licensing Committee of the FAI met this evening to examine licensing issues concerning Shelbourne FC.

Following its meeting on February 4, the Independent Committee had sought information from Shelbourne and following extensions to that date at the request of the club, the Committee met again this evening to consider the status of their licence.

The Committee decided to withdraw the club’s Premier division licence and to award Shelbourne a first division licence, with conditions.

In line with the Club Licensing process, Shelbourne FC will be advised of the specifics regarding the decision tomorrow and the club has 5 days in which to appeal the decision. No further detail will be made public pending an appeal.