With Bohemians going down to Bray Wanderers at Dalymount Park, Shamrock Rovers took full advantage at Tallaght Stadium.
Gary Twigg scored the winner from the spot on the half hour, his 19th of the campaign, having been pulled at by Damian Lynch who was shown a straight red card.
| Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Shelbourne | 10 | 21 |
| Derry City | 10 | 16 |
| Shamrock Rovers | 9 | 15 |
| St Patrick's Athletic | 10 | 14 |
| Bohemian FC | 9 | 13 |
| Sligo Rovers | 9 | 12 |
| Waterford FC | 10 | 12 |
| Galway United FC | 9 | 11 |
| Drogheda United | 9 | 8 |
| Dundalk | 9 | 4 |
Founded in 1929 the 'Saints' are the current FAI Cup holders and play in the Premier Division of the SSE Airtricity League at Richmond Park, in Inchicore Dublin 8, Ireland.
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