I never said League of Ireland a shambles, insists John Sheridan

Former Ireland star replies to claims by former Dundalk boss Vinny Perth

Waterford manager John Sheridan: "I've come over for a reason which is to do well with Waterford." Picture: Inpho/Ryan Byrne

Waterford manager John Sheridan insists he has the height of respect for the League of Ireland, rejecting accusations that he denigrated the league in a touchline spat.

Vinny Perth, then Dundalk manager, claimed after the recent 2-2 draw between the sides that the former Ireland midfielder branded his new setting as a "pub league" and "a shambles".