Galway United beat Shamrock Rovers 2-0 and Bohemians cut the title gap to three points

Galway beat the league leaders

Galway United won 2-0 at home against Shamrock Rovers, their first competitive victory over the Hoops since 2006 and their first top-flight win over them since September 2000. Jimmy Keohane headed in early for the Tribesmen, and Aaron Bolger added a left-footed effort in the 42nd minute that sent the home side in two goals up. Rovers dominated possession but struggled to break down a resolute back line, and goalkeeper Hugo Pires Da Cunha made several saves, including a late one to deny Anthony Afolabi.

Bohemians move back into the race

Bohemians beat Waterford 2-0 at Dalymount Park, with goals from Sam Todd and Ryan Burke. Waterford had equalised through Padraig Amond before the break, but Tommy Lonergan missed a penalty at 1-1. Bohemians now sit three points behind Rovers with two games to play, and their win leaves the title race open.

St Patrick's Athletic lose from a winning position

St Patrick's Athletic led 1-0 through Jamie Lennon before half-time, but Shelbourne scored twice on the break through Sean Moore and Daniel Kelly to win 2-1 at Richmond Park. Kieran Keena missed a penalty for Pat's earlier in the game, and Stephen Kenny's side dropped to third, six points behind Rovers. They travel to Derry City on Monday, and their game in hand keeps them in contention.

Drogheda and the relegation fight

Drogheda United beat Derry City at Sullivan and Lambe Park, with goals from Brandon Kavanagh and substitute Mark Doyle. The win moved Drogheda three points clear of Waterford, who remain in the promotion and relegation play-off spot. Drogheda play Waterford at the RSC next week.

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