Bizarre own goal secures valuable points for Shamrock Rovers in Galway

Remarkably, the sides were only separated at the kick-off by goal difference. Nevertheless, there appeared to be a gulf in quality in the early exchanges.

Shamrock Rovers’ Johnny Kenny celebrates his sides second goal. Picture: ©INPHO/James Crombie

SSE Airtricity Premier Division: Galway United 1 Shamrock Rovers 2 

The narrative around the league may have focused on Dundalk’s difficulties but the clash between Galway United and Shamrock Rovers also bore weighty significance. Rovers' three points may be fondly remembered in Tallaght come season’s end.