Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers (League of Ireland Premier Division) was played on 22 May 2026 and finished 1–2.
Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: league table and recent form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamrock Rovers | 36 | 20-8-8 | 59:38 | 68 |
| 2 | Bohemians | 36 | 19-8-9 | 63:44 | 65 |
| 3 | St Patrick's Athletic | 36 | 17-9-10 | 55:31 | 60 |
| 4 | Shelbourne | 36 | 12-13-11 | 52:50 | 49 |
| 5 | Derry City | 36 | 11-15-10 | 50:47 | 48 |
| 6 | Dundalk | 36 | 11-12-13 | 55:59 | 45 |
| 7 | Waterford | 36 | 10-13-13 | 54:61 | 43 |
| 8 | Galway United | 36 | 10-12-14 | 46:53 | 42 |
| 9 | Drogheda United | 36 | 10-10-16 | 44:57 | 40 |
| 10 | Sligo Rovers | 36 | 5-10-21 | 28:66 | 25 |
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Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: our analysis
Shamrock Rovers’ grip on the league summit was shaken as they fell 1‑2 at home to Sligu Rovers, a result that leaves the champions on 56 points from 30 games, still boasting a superior goal difference of +17. The defeat drags Sligo Rovers up to 23 points in tenth place, narrowing the gap in their own goal tally to a worrying –27. The match also tipped the season’s head‑to‑head balance in Sligo’s favour, turning a 2‑1 record for Shamrock into a 2‑2 stalemate overall. With 16 wins, eight draws and six losses, Shamrock now must regroup quickly if they are to maintain their lead over a tightly contested table.
Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: side-by-side comparison
Each team's share in per cent: form in the last matches before this one, goals per match from the table and the head-to-head meetings.
Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: head to head
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How did Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers end?
Sligo Rovers beat Shamrock Rovers 2–1.
When and where was the match played?
Kick-off is on 22 May 2026 at 20:00, venue Tallaght Stadium. Referee: P. Norton.
Where do the teams stand in the table?
Shamrock Rovers: 1st (68 points), Sligo Rovers: 10th (25 points).
What is the head-to-head record of Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers?
Shamrock Rovers: 1, Draws: 0, Sligo Rovers: 0.
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