Late Shels double against Sligo Rovers keeps European hopes alive

In an enthralling, rip-roaring encounter at Tolka Park, Sligo certainly came to play, contributing hugely to a game in which they took the lead through Cian Kavanagh

Shelbourne's players celebrate the late third. Pic: Bryan Keane/Inpho

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Late goals from Daniel Kelly and John Martin broke Sligo Rovers’ resolve to keep Shelbourne’s quest for Europe well on course with a fourth win on the spin.