Shelbourne see off Cork City challenge to go 11 points clear

The 100 home fans in attendance unfurled a ‘Save Tolka Park’ banner in advance of kick-off and, though their side never hit top gear, they continued their unbeaten season with minimal fuss

Steven Beattie of Cork City in action against Shane Farrell of Shelbourne at Tolka Park. Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

Shelbourne 2 Cork City 1 

Shelbourne went 11 points clear at the top of the First Division as goals from Michael O’Connor and Ryan Brennan earned a 2-1 victory at home to Cork City.