Tommy Lonergan nets winner against Shels to boost Waterford's survival hopes

The Blues moved three points clear of bottom side Sligo Rovers thanks to a committed and disciplined performance that was crowned by Tommy Lonergan's 48th-minute diving header.

FLYING TOMMY: Waterford's Tommy Lonergan heads to score his side's winner. Pic: Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division: Waterford FC 1 Shelbourne 0

Waterford boosted their Premier Division survival hopes with a huge 1-0 victory over Shelbourne at the RSC on Sunday as Tommy Lonergan's second-half strike secured three priceless points for Graham Coughlan's side.