Cork City return will intensify Premier Division says Waterford boss Keith Long

“I know people said this year would be competitive but next year will be very competitive,” predicted the former Bohemians manager.

MORE COMPETITION: Greg Bolger leads the Cork City celebrations. Pic: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Cork City’s return to the Premier Division for 2025 will make the top-flight even more competitive, according to Waterford manager Keith Long.

This season’s Premier Division has been lauded as the most exciting for years with the title and European places still up for grabs with two series left.