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  Shamrock Rovers F.C. -
Rovers won 4-1 Bohs with goals from Keith O'Neill (on his 21st birthday) after 28 secs, Stephen Nolan with two and one from Eoin Doyle.
Rovers started well and had a lot of the play but in a tight second half they just couldn't make the breakthrough although Tadhg Purcell's effort with just ten minutes remaining almost brought the sides level.
Shamrock Rovers are without the suspended Barry Murphy and Paul Shiels, but other than the long-term injured Aidan Price and Padraig Amond, the Hoops will be at full-strength.
www.shamrockrovers.ie   (1010 words)

  
  Shamrock Rovers F.C. - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Further, the Shamrock Rovers were one of the European club teams which spent the 1967 season in the United States founding the North American Soccer League, representing Boston as the Boston Rovers.
Shamrock Rovers played the 2005 season in Dalymount Park, home to Dublin rivals Bohemian FC and are played the 2006 season at Tolka Park north Dublin.
Shamrock Rovers experienced severe financial troubles during the 2005 season, due to overspending and an accumulation of massive debts and spent a period under Examinership (a form of financial administration).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Shamrock_Rovers_FC   (1524 words)

  
 Daggers 3 Shamrock Rovers 1   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Shamrock on the other hand had little invention, had no idea where to run up front and the defence was on the small side to say the least.
Stein received the ball near the by-line and made sure he was in the way as a Shamrock defender attempted to tackle, Stein falling in a heap and McDougald powered the penalty to the left of the keeper.
Shamrock pulled one back from a penalty, an untidy challenge but not clear cut foul resulting in a spot kick that was put to Gothard's right with power and precision.
web.ukonline.co.uk /thedaggers/archive0102/reports/shamrock_h.html   (544 words)

  
 Irish soccer eircom League || Shamrock Rovers || eleven-a-side.com
Shamrock Rovers have emerged as a possible destination for much-sought-after manager Pat Fenlon if the Dubliner opts against a move to Derry City this week, according to a Thursday morning newspaper report.
Shamrock Rovers manager Pat Scully has bolstered his defensive options for the inevitable return to the top flight by signing Danny O’Connor from Longford Town.
Shamrock Rovers will celebrate their eircom League First Division crown — the club’s first silverware in 12 years — in Saturday night’s season-ending encounter with Cobh Ramblers at St Colman’s Park.
www.eleven-a-side.com /shamrockrovers   (675 words)

  
 Dundalk FC :: News
Shamrock Rovers came down to this league for the first time in their history this year with many of their fans thinking it was going to be a short stay.
Rovers took a ninth minute lead thanks to poor defending by the Cats but they were unable to build on it, eventually scraping to a 1-0 victory.
Rovers are now on a run of three straight home wins but they came against some of the weakest away sides in the division, Kildare, Monaghan and Finn Harps, so Dundalk have very little to fear.
www.dundalkfc.com /News/060720_RoversPreview.html   (1511 words)

  
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Shamrock Rovers Schoolboys are based in Tallaght in South Dublin and have teams from u7s to u18s playing in the Dublin District Schoolboys League.
Shamrock Rovers Schoolboys are delighted to announce that the Rovers youth team have been invited to take part in the prestigious international Dr Pepper Dallas Cup next April in Texas, USA.
Shamrock Rovers wish to advise all those using Carolan Park, Kiltipper of the extension of Dublin Bus route 54a to Ellensborough as and from Sunday, December 10th.
www.shamrockrovers.ie /schoolboys   (4576 words)

  
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Rovers should have been awarded a penalty after Sean Francis was pulled to the ground by Pascal Vaudequinn, but due to some disgraceful refereeing it was not awarded.
Rovers piled on the pressure in the dying minutes and failed to score despite a plethora of corners.
Rovers who have now gone six games without a win were continually pegged back by Waterford who only had to wait two minutes for their opening goal.
www.fortunecity.com /wembley/hillsborough/1330/news.htm   (1826 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers F.C. -
Shamrock Rovers today launched MILLTOWN20, a series of events to mark the 20th anniversary of the club's last game at Glenmalure Park, Milltown.
A ceremony will be held on Thursday, April 12th, 20 years to the day that the Hoops played Sligo Rovers in 1987, at the monument on Milltown Road where the ground's famous green gates once stood.
For all press related matters please contact Shamrock Rovers Press Officer John Byrne by mobile on 087-768-1408 or by emailing johnbyrne@shamrockrovers.ie.
www.shamrockrovers.ie /pressrelease.php?subaction=showfull&id=1173789958&archive=&start_from=&ucat=10&   (444 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers | 2006 Season Preview | eleven-a-side.com
All eyes will be on Scully and Co as Rovers try to take the First Division by the throat in their first season after relegation.
Willie Doyle, the former UCD and Bohemians striker, adds to a formidable young attacking line-up for Rovers this season, while defender Ger O'Brien and midfielder Gareth Cooney have experience of First Division football from a couple of seasons with Kildare County.
Shamrock Rovers manager Pat Scully has several talented young strikers to choose from.
www.eleven-a-side.com /shamrockrovers/preview.asp   (338 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers Vs UCD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Shamrock Rovers 0 UCD 1 Comórtas: Premier Division Dáta: Sunday, March 3rd, 2002 Láthair: Tolka Park Shamrock Rovers’s' title-hopes received a major setback when a superb 19th-minute goal from winger John Martin was enough to give UCD a vital victory at Tolka Park yesterday.
Rovers did have their chances, especially when Stephen Grant had a penalty saved by Barry Ryan on the hour.
Rovers were very dangerous on the break when they beat us in Belfield but they looked a lot less sharp in this match.
www.ucd.ie /soccsup/reports/2001-2002/Rovers3-3-2002A.html   (472 words)

  
 SoccerScene.ie » Rovers resume on winning ways
Shamrock Rovers 2 Kildare County 0 by Ger McNally
Rovers made sure that Kildare paid the ultimate penalty when Jamie Duffy’s free kick was turned into his own net by Darren McKenna under pressure from Barry Prenderville.
With Kildare struggling to keep hold of any meaningful possession, Rovers were able to knock the ball around throughout the first half and indeed it took Kildare 40 minutes to have their first shot on target.
www.soccerscene.ie /p844.html   (599 words)

  
 Blues Are Cock-A-Hoop!
Rovers came out to a fairly good reception, but the real roar came when the home side appeared, led by captain Tony Hall.
From now on, it was Rovers who lost their composure, as Waterford United dominated the first half, and really were unlucky not to increase their advantage.
Sadly though, a small minority of Rovers so-called supporters (almost all of which were brilliant and a credit to their club) disgraced themselves afterwards by throwing bottles, injuring two people before charging at gardai.
members.tripod.com /~Akilduff/blues/70297.html   (818 words)

  
 Dundalk FC :: Match Reports
While Shamrock Rovers were the better side in the opening 45 minutes, with Dundalk showing Pat Scully's men far too much respect, John Gill's men turned things around in the second half and could well have snatched all three points.
Rovers left winger, Dave O'Connor, tested the Lilywhite defence with a number of crosses that provided a number of nervous moments for the visiting supporters.
Rovers kept up the pressure with Dundalk defending very nervously and committing several enforced errors.
www.dundalkfc.com /MatchReports/060723_ShamrockRovers.html   (987 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers v Finn Harps | 2006-07-11 | Other | Betting Preview
Shamrock Rovers season is threatening to derail having lost twice to close rivals Limerick in the last week.
Shamrock Rovers: The Hoops will be without new signing Andy Myler for up to a fortnight after the striker injured an ankle in training.
Rovers have had a number of games postponed this year but this one will be played and with Harps suffering a goalkeeping crisis, a home win in likely.
www.goonersguide.com /match_detail.php?matchID=1540   (1473 words)

  
 Match Report   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
It was a case of two points dropped for Cork City tonight, even though they came from a goal down to draw 1-1 with Shamrock Rovers in a lively encounter at Richmond Park.
Rovers began brightly with the first attempt on goal coming from Terry Palmer for Shamrock Rovers, who shot over the crossbar from 6 yards.
Rovers were hanging on near the end and almost put through their own net late on following a mis-understanding between their defender and goalkeeper.
www.corkcityfc.ie /2004results/shamrockrovers1109.htm   (472 words)

  
 Soccer news from the Premiership   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
A decision by South Dublin County Council has cleared the way for Shamrock Rovers, to put down roots at the new municipal stadium, in Tallaght.
Building should restart on the stadium soon and Rovers could be in Tallaght in time for the start of the 2007 season.
Rovers' chairman Jonathan Roche said in a statement: "Today is a great day for Shamrock Rovers and we can't wait to bring Eircom League football to Tallaght and finally provide our magnificent supporters with a place we can call home.
home.eircom.net /content/rte/eircomleague/7392424?view=Eircomnet   (242 words)

  
 uefa.com - Football Europe - News & Features - News Specific   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
A dismal end-of-season run, including five straight defeats, saw Shamrock Rovers FC drop to eleventh in the 12-team division.
Rovers must now play a two-leg play-off against First Division side Dublin City FC, the losers of which will play next season in the second tier.
The 2-1 win away against Shamrock Rovers on 11 November made them safe, and the club is now trying to agree a deal to keep Dolan on board.
www.uefa.com /footballeurope/news/Kind=2/newsId=369488.html   (420 words)

  
 BetShoot.com - Shamrock Rovers vs Kildare County By: Barty_UK
Big match for Shamrock Rovers and a match that they must win as they are 6 pts behind Galway Utd and Dundalk but they do have a match in hand.
Shamrock Rovers have been the best team in the 1st Division this season and it would be harsh if they didnt win the league especially after the harsh 3 pt deduction they got.
Shamrock Rovers are a much better team than Kildare County and with it being such an important match for Rovers its surely going to be a home win here,no doubt in my mind that Rovers will win!
www.betshoot.com /pickprofile.php?p=958   (290 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers F.C. -
At an EGM in the Plaza Hotel in Tallaght on Monday April 11, the Shamrock Rovers 400 Club emphatically endorsed proposals to financially support the club through its impending Examinership process.
The 400 Club trustees are pleased to announce that talks with the SRFC board have progressed to the point where both parties have agreed a route forward for the restructuring of Shamrock Rovers.
Following on Monday night's meeting, the Shamrock Rovers 400 Club wish to advise all fans of SRFC that a 400 Club representative has been in contact with the SRFC Chairman with a view to bringing forward a solution to secure the future of the Club.
www.shamrockrovers.ie /members.php   (719 words)

  
 Irish Post: Soccer: Shamrock Rovers are relegated   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Rovers lost the first leg 2-1 on Wednesday night last and could only manage a 1-1 draw in the return to send the famous Hoops out of Ireland’s top football tier for the first time in their history.
In the wake of their relegation, Rovers have parted company with manager Roddy Collins who had already been suspended by the club.
Rovers had endured a turbulent season and the eight points they were docked for financial irregularities was a major factor in their relegation.
www.irishpost.co.uk /news/story.asp?j=3608   (284 words)

  
 Limerick v Shamrock Rovers | 2006-07-04 | Other | Betting Preview
Thanks to Limerick’s dip in form, Rovers have closed to within one point of top spot in the league with their defence being the main reason for their rise to the summit.
Rovers went on to seal a 2-0 victory with a penalty from Tadgh Purcell on the hour mark.
On Friday evening, Rovers were hoping to get back to winning ways as they entertained Monaghan United in what was expected to be another hammering for the Mick Cooke’s men and so it proved as Scully’s men opened up a three goal advantage after only 36 minutes.
www.goonersguide.com /match_detail.php?matchID=1525   (1483 words)

  
 SoccerScene.ie » Rovers sign Myler   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Shamrock Rovers have completed the signing of Andy Myler from Longford Town.
Rovers' boss Scully is equally pleased with his dealings during the first week of the July transfer window, which sees his squad considerably strengthened.
The 30-year-old is expected to make his debut for Shamrock Rovers in Friday's top-of-the table clash with Limerick at Hogan Park.
www.soccerscene.ie /p904.html   (207 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers F.C. - Video Highlights
Thanks to Ed and Micheal for their matchday work with the cameras providing Hoops all over the world with the opportunity to see the team in action each matchweek.
Rovers are unlucky to loose with Bohs scoring two goals in the last 10 minutes.
Rovers take all three points at the seaside thanks to 2 goals from Tadhg Purcell.
www.shamrockrovers.ie /videos.php   (416 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers F.C. - U21s Squad Profiles
Captain of Rovers league winning U18 side, Very skilful midfielder who has been on stand by for U19 international team a number of times.
Former Rovers schoolboy who somehow slipped through the net a couple of years ago.
Having previously been on the books of Bohs, Crumlin and Shels, Eoin appears to have found his home at Rovers.
www.shamrockrovers.ie /under21squad.php   (610 words)

  
 Longford Town Football Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
This decision was made because of ongoing concerns in relation to hosting games with Shamrock Rovers in Flancare Park.
Because of the actions of a minority of Shamrock Rovers fans the security concerns and costs involved has necessitated the need for this decision.
It is unfortunate that our club has had to make this decision and we would request that Shamrock Rovers supporters would accept this decision and not to travel to the fixture as they will not be admitted into the ground.
www.longfordtownfc.com /news2005/news_rovers.htm   (188 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers target Kewell - Footie Threads
League of Ireland side Shamrock Rovers want to sign FT United winger Kewell for a fee of around £10,000.
Kewell is said to be deeply unhappy at the club, but the Pinkies may be reluctant to let him leave the Interflora Stadium now because of the injury to key midfielder Luis.
Pinkies new boss Mjeh told BBC Radio Devon: "We have been approached by Shamrock Rovers and they are very much interested in him".
footiethreads.com /forum/showthread.php?t=8137   (222 words)

  
 Poor Shamrock Rovers. - Peoples Republic Of Cork Forums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
This could very well be the break the Shamrock Rovers football club were looking for.
Best of luck to them in the future, but i'm sure if they continue to manage the club with the same degree of intent, then they wont need luck at all.
Hope Rovers come straight back up, I'm gutted for their fans who have shown amazing loyalty.
www.peoplesrepublicofcork.com /forums/showthread.php?t=58428   (461 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers F.C. -
Note that Rovers goal scorers are listed in brackets for each tie.
Second Leg : Shamrock Rovers 1 OCG Nice 1 (Liam Hennessy)
Second Leg : Shamrock Rovers 0 Rapid Vienna 2
www.shamrockrovers.ie /europeanresults.php   (556 words)

  
 RTÉ Sport: Examiner appointed to Shamrock Rovers
Mr Hughes continued: "The period of examinership will allow Shamrock Rovers to attract investment required to deal with its historic liabilities so as to ensure its survival in the short term, and the structure to provide for its success in the future.
In a statement this afternoon, the FAI have said that they are aware of today's High Court decision in relation to the appointment of an Interim Examiner to Shamrock Rovers.
As all eircom League Clubs are licensed through the UEFA Club Licensing System, the Association will convene a meeting of the Club Licensing First Instance Committee to examine the matter as soon as it has been formally notified by Shamrock Rovers FC in relation to the High Court decision.
www.rte.ie /sport/2005/0412/shamrockrovers.html   (527 words)

  
 Shamrock Rovers FC Online Shop - Shamrock Rovers FC Online Shop
Founded in Ringsend, Dublin, Ireland, in 1901 the Hoops will be moving to a new home ground in Tallaght in the near future.
For all your merchandise with the famous Rovers crest this is the site, please take some time to have a look around.
Copyright © 2007 Shamrock Rovers FC On-Line Store
www.shamrockrovers.ie /srfcshop   (143 words)

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