League of Ireland: St Patrick’s Athletic can prove championship credentials against Shamrock Rovers

St Patrick’s Athletic’s Paddy Barrett celebrates scoring a goal with Matty Smith, Ben McCormack and Billy King. Picture: INPHO/Brian Reilly-Troy

Declaring St Patrick’s Athletic can challenge champions Shamrock Rovers is one thing but Paddy Barrett can prove it in tonight’s top-of-the-table clash at Tallaght.

While Sligo Rovers have lost ground on Rovers lately, the Saints remain deadlocked with the Hoops at the summit.