League of Ireland final night draws record television figures

The dramatic conclusion to the Premier Division title race reached a televised audience peak of over 400,000.

RECORD FIGURES: Shelbourne manager Damien Duff celebrates after winning the title. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

RTÉ have announced that the dramatic conclusion to the 2024 Premier Division title race reached a televised audience peak of over 400,000 to becoming the most-watched moment in the history of the League of Ireland.

Harry Wood was the hero for Shelbourne on the night as his 85th minute winner away at Derry City snatched the title from Shamrock Rover's grasp and ensured it would return to Tolka Park for the first time since 2006.