Shelbourne -v- Limerick FC
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SHELBOURNE
Bottom of the table Shelbourne will be hoping to follow up last week's 2-1 win over Cork City with victory over Limerick FC at Tolka Park on Friday night (kick off 8pm). Johnny McDonnell's side have lost just once in their last four league games.
Paul Crowley will not be available following surgery on his hip. Robert Bayly, who, injured his ankle in training is likely to be out for some time and Gareth O'Connor will not play because of a leg injury. Mark Leech who broke his ankle in training last week will also miss out. Dean Kelly is available for selection. New signings Jamie McGlynn and Carl Walshe may also play some part.
LIMERICK FC
Sixth placed Limerick FC will be aiming to return to winning ways in the league following a dramatic 4-4 draw against Bray Wanderers on July 9th. The Blues are unbeaten in their last three league games.
Stephen McGann and Jeffery Judge will both miss the game through injury. Pat Purcell is doubtful because of a an ankle injury, while Rory Gaffney should be fit for the game.
Limerick manager Stuart Taylor told the Limerick FC website that he is expecting a tough game at Tolka Park on Friday night “I’d say it’ll probably be the most difficult game we’ve had in the last couple of weeks, without being disrespectful to anyone but I think Shelbourne have got the bit between their teeth and they’re very confident with the run that they’re on at the moment. We need to make sure that we’re organised and that we’ll be up for it, and we will be.”
Referee: Alan Kelly.
MATCH STATS
The previous meeting between the two sides in the league ended in a 0-0 draw at Thomond Park on April 27th.
Shelbourne defender Ian Ryan, who was born in Waterford, signed for his current club in February of 2010.
Limerick FC defender Robbie Williams started his career with Barnsley.
BETTING
Shelbourne 12/5, Draw 21/10, Limerick FC 23/20.
PREDICTION
Shelbourne 1-1 Limerick FC
Shelbourne
Injured: Paul Crowley, Robert Bayly, Garreth O'Connor and Mark Leech.
Doubtful: None.
Suspended: None.
Limerick FC
Injured: Stephen McGann, Jeffery Judge.
Doubtful: Pat Purcell.
Suspended: None.
