Rovers up and running after Dundalk drubbing 

The reigning league champions came into the game without a win in their opening six matches.

KICKING IT OFF: Rory Gaffney of Shamrock Rovers celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Dundalk and Shamrock Rovers at Oriel Park in Dundalk, Louth. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Dundalk 0 Shamrock Rovers 4 

Shamrock Rovers got their season up and running in style by putting 10 man Dundalk to the sword at Oriel Park.