Sligo secure come-from-behind win as Elding strikes late

Owen Elding's finish three minutes from time gave John Russell’s side a third win over the Blues, but more importantly, a win that will give his side hope.

Owen Elding of Sligo Rovers celebrates. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

SSE Airtricity Premier Division: Waterford 1 (Noonan 37’ Sligo Rovers 2 (Hakiki 73’, Elding 87’)

Owen Elding struck a golden 10th league goal of the season as Sligo Rovers came from behind to move a point behind Galway United and five points behind their opposition Waterford FC, after this SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division clash at the RSC.