Matty Smith's hat-trick fires St Patrick’s Athletic into Europe

A fourth victory of the campaign over relegated Longford, coupled to Derry not winning, means second-placed St Pat's confirm their place in Europe for next season

St Patrick's Athletic’s Matty Smith celebrates scoring. Picture: INPHO/Brian Reilly-Troy

Premier Division: Longford Town 1 St Patrick’s Athletic 4 

Matty Smith scored a hat-trick as St Patrick’s Athletic made it three big wins in eight days.