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Apr 2026
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On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the League of Ireland with focus on tonight’s Dublin derby between St. Patrick’s Athletic and Shamrock Rovers.

FAI urges clubs to plan around nationwide fuel protest disruption and severe weather warnings.

Teams consider earlier departures and carpooling as travel chaos threatens fixtures.

Team news from Richmond Park, with injury doubts and returns shaping Pat’s vs Rovers.

Pressure mounts on Derry City boss Tiernan Lynch ahead of clash with in-form Dundalk.

Table implications as Waterford chase first win and Galway host Shelbourne.

Bohemians look to maintain unbeaten run against Sligo Rovers.

First Division roundup including Cork City’s Munster derby and long trip for Cobh Ramblers.

Europa League reaction: Aston Villa take control, Forest draw, and Freiburg impress.

Conference League recap with Crystal Palace cruising and mixed Irish fortunes in Europe.

Liverpool prepare for Andy Robertson departure as Arne Slot pays tribute.

Premier League relegation battle intensifies with West Ham vs Wolves and Spurs at risk.

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