Louth derby draw after Drogheda drama off the pitch – what we learned from League of Ireland – The Irish Times

Drogheda salvage Louth derby point after week of off-field controversy In the build-up to his side’s first home game of the season, Dundalk manager Ciarán Kilduff hailed the Louth derby as the biggest fixture in the league. His ballyhoo came even before Sinn Féin TD Joanna Byrne’s claim that she had resisted efforts by Drogheda … Read more

‘It feels like the whole league meets in Dublin Airport on Saturday morning’ – Damien Duff on ‘amateurish’ mid-season break

Shelbourne manager Damien Duff is not a fan of the mid-season break. Photo: Sportsfile Shelbourne manager Damien Duff has expressed his unhappiness with the mid-season break in the League of Ireland, labelling it as “amateurish”. After Friday’s round of game, the league takes a break for two weeks, partly to account for international call-ups and … Read more

Losing €1m a year has to change, we need to do that – New CEO Mossy Quinn on challenges of his role at Shelbourne

Shelbourne CEO Mossy Quinn Newly appointed Shelbourne CEO Tomás Quinn admits the Dublin club need to find new revenue streams as running it at a loss of €1m annually, as has been the case for the last three years, is not sustainable. And as the Reds look to the potential of a lucrative run in … Read more

‘It was an embarrassing photo for the league, not me’ – Damien Duff on ‘grassy knoll’ picture that went viral

Shelbourne boss insists global impact of Dalymount Park photograph is bad PR for League of Ireland Shelbourne manager Damien Duff stands on a grassy back at Dalymount Park during the SSE Airtricity Premier Division defeat to Bohemians last Friday. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile Damien Duff says he’s embarrassed at the global impact made by a photograph … Read more

Stephen Kenny insists ‘sportsmanship is dead and gone, it’s with O’Leary in the grave’

Stephen Kenny cut a frustrated figure after the defeat to Shelbourne. Photo: Sportsfile St Patrick’s Athletic boss Stephen Kenny has accused Dublin rivals Bohemians and Shelbourne of ignoring possible injuries to Saints players who were “in distress” as the former Ireland manager claims that “there’s no sportsmanship at all” in the game. Pat’s are preparing … Read more

‘It has absolutely got out of control’ – Damien Duff attempts to draw a line under row with Stephen Bradley

Duff calls time on his spat with Shamrock Rovers boss Shelbourne manager Damien Duff during the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division match between Shelbourne and St Patrick’s Athletic at Tolka Park. Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile Damien Duff wants to move past the ‘nonsense’ of his war of words with Stephen Bradley and concentrate on … Read more

Galway’s composure in shooting and Mayo’s poor kickouts proved the difference – The Irish Times

Drogheda back to winning ways in thriller Drogheda United were entitled to a stumble after a strong start to the season – and three points from the previous 12 available amounted to that. On Monday, they were on course for a disappointing home draw at Sullivan and Lambe Park before a hopeful free kick was … Read more

Damien Duff hits back at Stephen Bradley: ‘Since Stephen got invited down to the Dáil, he seems to think he can comment on everything’

Damien Duff during the defeat to Waterford Aidan Fitzmaurice and Daniel McDonnell Yesterday at 22:00 Damien Duff is standing firm in his row with Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley with the Shelbourne boss accusing his city rival of attacking his character – and Bradley accusing Duff of only showing respect when it suits him. While … Read more

Damien Duff hits back at Stephen Bradley: ‘Since Stephen got invited down to the Dáil, he seems to think he can comment on everything’

Damien Duff during the defeat to Waterford Aidan Fitzmaurice and Daniel McDonnell Today at 22:00 Damien Duff is standing firm in his row with Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley with the Shelbourne boss accusing his city rival of attacking his character – and Bradley accusing Duff of only showing respect when it suits him. While … Read more

Damien Duff slams Stephen Bradley over ‘lack of respect’ claims and explains why he snubbed post-match handshake

DAMIEN DUFF has hit back at Stephen Bradley after the Shamrock Rovers accused him of  a lack of respect. Bradley criticised Duff in his programme notes for the Hoops’ game against Sligo Rovers for not shaking his hand after their sides’ 2-2 draw the Friday before last. 2 Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley shakes hands … Read more