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Galway United will be looking to get back to winning ways when they host Drogheda United at Eamonn Deacy Park on Thursday evening (kick-off7.45pm).

Shelbourne will be seeking to consolidate if not extend their six-point lead at the top of the league table when they host struggling Sligo Rovers at Tolka Park on Friday night, KO 7.45pm

Galway United reclaimed fourth place with a comprehensive 2-0 victory over Dundalk at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Sean Boyd rescued a point for Damien Duff’s side.

Damien Duff’s Shelbourne maintained their hold on top spot following a narrow 1-0 win over Dublin rivals St Patrick’s Athletic.

Derry City secured their first win on the road with an easy victory over Waterford City at the RSC.

Waterford’s Robbie McCourt in action against Derry’s Patrick Hoban. Photo: INPHO/Ken Sutton. SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division Waterford FC 0 Derry City 2…

The Scotsman took his season’s tally to five goals.

Alan Reynolds is hoping his side can win three games on the spin on Friday night when they host Drogheda United at Dalymount Park (kick-off is at 7.45pm).

The title challengers have already been through the mill this season as they prepare for the visit of Shamrock Rovers.