City finally seal title and return to top flight after another nervy night

Colin Healy's men can't find a way past stubborn Wexford but Athlone's victory in Galway seals deserved First Division glory
MOVING ON UP: Cork’s Ally Gilchrist celebrates the team getting promoted to the Premier Division. Pic: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

MOVING ON UP: Cork’s Ally Gilchrist celebrates the team getting promoted to the Premier Division. Pic: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Cork City 0 Wexford 0

Good things come to those who wait. Cork City secured a return to the League of Ireland Premier Division as their 0-0 draw with Wexford at Turner's Cross on Friday night was enough to see them secure the first-division title. 

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