‘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

League of Ireland: Shamrock Rovers v St Pat’s; Shelbourne v Drogheda – all tonight’s action as it happens

Shelbourne manager Damien Duff speaking to Virgin Media after the game: “We expect to beat anyone home or away, so obviously the lads are disappointed. There’s another game coming on Friday so we have to dust ourselves down and come again for that. Did we deserve to win tonight? I don’t think there was much … 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

Shels scrap plans to hold derby match against Shamrock Rovers at the Aviva

Latest |  A general view of Aviva Stadium. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile Shelbourne have abandoned plans to stage next month’s Dublin derby with Shamrock Rovers at the Aviva Stadium. The Reds had received permission from the FAI to explore the proposal with a contract in place for a rental deal if they opted to proceed with … 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

League of Ireland: Shamrock Rovers back to winning ways; St Pat’s beaten in Derry

Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch speaking to Virgin Media Two at full-time: “I said to the players after the game that I couldn’t be more proud of them. They worked their socks off. We had a game on Friday night that was heavy on us, the boys covered a lot of ground. We made a … 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

League of Ireland LIVE: Cork City v St Patrick’s Athletic, Derry City v Drogheda United, Shelbourne v Bohemians, Shamrock Rovers v Waterford

League of Ireland Premier Division (full-time) Cork City 0 – St.Patrick’s Athletic 2 Derry City 1 – Drogheda United 3 Shelbourne 1 – Bohemians 0 Shamrock Rovers 2 – Waterford 0   League of Ireland First Division (full-time) Bray Wanderers 2 – Treaty United 1 Dundalk 1 – Cobh Ramblers 0 Kerry 3 – Athlone … Read more