Gannon secures victory for Drogheda

A late strike from full-back Brian Gannon gave Drogheda United a 2-1 win over champions Sligo Rovers at Hunky Dorys Park to secure a Europa League spot next season for Mick Cooke's Boynesiders.

Gannon secures victory for Drogheda
Sat, 20 Oct, 2012 - 00:31

A late strike from full-back Brian Gannon gave Drogheda United a 2-1 win over champions Sligo Rovers at Hunky Dorys Park to secure a Europa League spot next season for Mick Cooke's Boynesiders.

With St. Patrick's Athletic losing 2-1 at Derry City, the win also lifts Drogheda up to second place in the table.

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