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We have a full round of matches tonight in the League of Ireland with all five clashes kicking off at 7.45pm.
Ultan Corcoran brings you all the action from around the country.
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Some pre-match watching for you all – Aidan Fitzmaurice and Sean O'Connor preview tonight's round of League of Ireland action:
Shamrock Rovers aim to maintain nine-point lead in Cork City clash
Dan McDonnell and Seán O'Connor preview Friday's five League of Ireland Premier Division games with Shamrock Rovers hoping to maintain their nine-point lead against Cork City, while champions Shelbourne host Derry City at Tolka Park.
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Good evening and welcome to another Independent.ie live blog covering Matchday 20 of the League of Ireland Premier Division. My name is Ultán Corcoran, and I will be keeping you up to speed with all the action it unfolds around the grounds.
We have five games kicking off at 7.45pm tonight as Shamrock Rovers entertain Cork City with televised coverage on Virgin Media Two. We will also have updates from Shelbourne vs Derry City, Waterford vs Bohemians, Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers and Galway United vs St.Patrick's Athletic.
Score updates will be provided for all five First Division games starting at 7.45pm too.
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