Rovers slip up in Drogheda to open the door for Candystripes

Champions held to 1-1 draw to leave the gap at the top down to six points with Derry having a game in hand

GOOD BUT NOT ENOUGH: Shamrock Rovers' Graham Burke celebrates scoring. Pic: INPHO/Evan Treacy

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Shamrock Rovers opened the door for FAI Cup finalists Derry City to dream of a league and cup double success as they dropped two crucial points in the title race against Drogheda United at Head In The Game Park.