Watts and Noonan hit goals as Shamrock Rovers see off Waterford

Rovers made another efficient step forward in the bid to defend their Premier Division title

Dylan Watts gave Shamrock Rovers a first half lead against Waterford. Pic: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

SSE Airtricity Premier Division: Waterford FC 0 Shamrock Rovers 2 (Watts 37, Noonan 84) 

Shamrock Rovers produced a composed and authoritative performance to see off Waterford 2-0 at the RSC in the Premier Division, underlining their status as title frontrunners.