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Apr 2026
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FOOTBALL DAILY: Dundalk topple Pats in t...

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On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the League of Ireland, the Premier League and the Champions League.

Dundalk defeated St. Patrick’s Athletic 2-0 at Oriel Park, with first-half goals from Tyreke Wilson and Shane Tracey moving them into fourth place.

Daryl Horgan received a late red card, while Ciaran Kilduff praised Dundalk’s execution and Stephen Kenny described the result as disappointing.

Shamrock Rovers returned to winning ways with a 3-2 victory over Shelbourne, with Graham Burke scoring his 100th competitive goal for the club.

Galway United came from two goals down to beat Drogheda United 3-2 and climb into fifth position.

Bohemians remained unbeaten after a 1-1 draw with Waterford, while Derry City were held 0-0 by Sligo Rovers.

In the First Division, Cork City extended their unbeaten run with a 4-2 win over Kerry FC, and Cobh Ramblers beat Treaty United 4-0.

Arsenal prepare to face Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League quarter-finals, with Mikel Arteta highlighting Viktor Gyokeres’ connection to his former club.

Bayern Munich were boosted by Harry Kane’s return to training ahead of their clash with Real Madrid.

Real Madrid could welcome back Federico Valverde and Vinicius Junior, with Jude Bellingham also in contention.

Lincoln City secured promotion to the Championship after a 2-1 win over Reading, with Jack Moylan scoring a 96th-minute winner.

Coventry City edged closer to Premier League promotion, and Harry Maguire signed a new contract at Manchester United until 2027.

Aaron Ramsey announced his retirement from professional football after a career that included spells at Arsenal, Juventus and Cardiff City.

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