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Dundalk goalkeeper George Shelvey was not due to return to action until 26 July in the wake of his 10-match suspension

Suspended Shelvey leaves Dundalk by mutual consent

Suspended goalkeeper George Shelvey has left Dundalk, the club has announced.

Noel King leaves Oriel Park after a short reign

King exits Dundalk after just four games in charge

Dundalk have been hit with more managerial upheaval as Noel King has stepped down with immediate effect after just four games in charge.

Soccer • 15 May 24

George Shelvey will not be able to play until late July

Dundalk goalkeeper Shelvey given 10-match suspension

Dundalk goalkeeper George Shelvey has received a 10-match ban following a red card after their defeat to Drogheda United on Monday.

Soccer • 09 May 24

'The broader implications of King's appointment cannot be ignored'

King accession smacks of nostalgia over proper planning

While there is nothing inherently negative about Noel King or his capabilities - he has a long history in Irish football - the manner and context of his appointment suggests a certain complacency that could hinder Dundalk's ambitions, writes Eoin Doyle.

Soccer • 26 Apr 24

Noel King was unveiled as the new Dundalk manager at Oriel Park

King vows to win over Dundalk faithful with victories

New Dundalk boss Noel King says the only way for him to win over the Lilywhites faithful is to deliver victories as he looks to hit the ground running following his surprise appointment.

Soccer • 23 Apr 24

Liam Burns and Brian Gartland will take charge again on Friday night

Dundalk stress need for patience as interim duo stay on

Dundalk have confirmed the interim management team of Liam Burns and Brian Gartland will continue for this Friday's League of Ireland Men's Premier Division clash with Sligo Rovers.

Soccer • 17 Apr 24

James Akintunde (C) celebrates his late winning goal for Bohemians

Akintunde grabs late Bohs winner as Dundalk woes go on

James Akintunde proved Bohemians' match winner off the bench with a late headed strike as they laboured to victory over Dundalk at a windswept Dalymount Park.

Soccer • 15 Apr 24

Stephen O'Donnell oversaw a poor start to the season at Oriel Park

O'Donnell sacked as Dundalk manager

Dundalk have confirmed that Stephen O'Donnell has been relieved of his duties on the back of a poor start to the 2024 SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division season.

Soccer • 08 Apr 24

Derry up to second after casting Dundalk aside

Derry City easily overcame bottom side Dundalk 4-1 to get back to winning ways in the Premier Division and in doing so rise to second in the table.

Soccer • 05 Apr 24

Patrick Hoban was set to face his former club until injury struck

LOI preview: Derry and Dundalk desperate for victory

The April and May period is the most hectic in the League of Ireland as another round of matches is here. Read our preview here.

Soccer • 05 Apr 24

Dundalk go in search of a first win of the season

LOI preview: Crucial Louth derby for struggling Dundalk

There are big games in the League of Ireland Premier Division on Bank Holiday Monday. Look ahead to the matches here.

Soccer • 01 Apr 24

Liam Burt opens the scoring at Tolka Park

Burt bags stunner as Shelbourne see off Dundalk

Liam Burt struck a stunning first goal for Shelbourne before forcing an own goal as Damien Duff's side extended their lead at the top of the Premier Division table to seven points after a 2-1 win over Dundalk.

Soccer • 29 Mar 24

'This match isn't just about the three points, it's about setting the tone for the remainder of the season'

Dundalk and Pat's two teams seeking a change in fortune

As we brace ourselves for tonight's clash between St. Patrick's Athletic and Dundalk, both teams find themselves in a somewhat precarious position early in the season.

Soccer • 08 Mar 24

Brian McManus has switched Tolka Park for Dalymount

LOI transfers: McManus joins Bohs; Dundalk sign Johnson

Bohemians have signed midfielder Brian McManus from Shelbourne ahead of Friday's league opener against Sligo Rovers, while Dundalk have announced the arrival of central defender Zak Johnson on loan from Sunderland.

Soccer • 14 Feb 24

Updated LOI transfers: Razi joins Como, Lonergan to Fleetwood

Shamrock Rovers' highly promising playmaker Naj Razi has joined Serie B side Como, while Dundalk teenager Senan Mullen is moving to Serie A outfit Torino.

Soccer • 02 Feb 24

Brian Ainscough is the new owner of Dundalk

Ex-Kerry FC CEO Brian Ainscough takes over Dundalk

Boston-based businessman Brian Ainscough has officially taken full control of Dundalk after stepping down as Kerry FC CEO last week.

Soccer • 30 Nov 23

Dundalk have confirmed that talks over investment are ongoing

Dundalk owners hit out at 'half-truths and falsehoods'

Dundalk FC's owners have issued an update regarding potential investment in the club, stating that "talks are ongoing."

Soccer • 26 Oct 23

FAI Cup Preview: Galway and Cork hoping for an upset

Galway and Cork will be looking to Sports Direct FAI Cup shocks this weekend when they take on Premier Division top half clubs Bohemians and St Patrick's Athletic respectively in the semi-finals.

Soccer • 07 Oct 23

Daryl Horgan celebrates after scoring Dundalk's third

Horgan stars as Dundalk hit Cork for five

Dundalk kept their slim European hopes alive and eased the pressure on boss Stephen O'Donnell with a record-breaking win over a bitterly disappointing Cork City side at Oriel Park.

Soccer • 25 Sep 23

Shamrock Rovers face a tricky encounter with Dundalk

LOI preview: Five-way title race could ignite tonight

A five-way title race could emerge from tonight's League of Ireland Premier Division fixtures, while Shamrock Rovers know they can begin to knock back their rivals with a win.

Soccer • 25 Aug 23

Derry City are looking to finish the job in Finland

Preview: Hopes high for Derry as Dundalk plot comeback

Derry City and Dundalk lead Irish hopes in the Europa Conference League tonight while Shamrock Rovers look to salvage some pride against Ferencvaros.

Soccer • 03 Aug 23

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins and Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley lead their sides into battle in Europe once more tonight

Preview: LOI trio in Europa Conference League action

Shamrock Rovers, Derry City and Dundalk are all in action in the second round of the Europa Conference League tonight.

Soccer • 27 Jul 23

Shamrock Rovers face a tough task in Hungary on Thursday with a match in Georgia potentially for the winner

Basel and Club Brugge could be next for LOI in Europe

Shamrock Rovers, Derry City and Dundalk have discovered their potential opponents following the third round draw qualifying draw in the Europa Conference League.

Soccer • 24 Jul 23

Dundalk issued a statement last night, with Shamrock Rovers thanking the Louth club for taking swift action

Dundalk and FAI promise action after racial abuse

The Football Association of Ireland and the League of Ireland have said they are aware of an alleged racial abuse incident directed at a Shamrock Rovers player outside Oriel Park on Sunday.

Soccer • 24 Jul 23

Muller celebrates his winner with team-mates

Muller's delight as Dundalk knock Hoops out of Cup

Ten men Dundalk held on for a huge win over Shamrock Rovers to add to the Hoops' miserable week by dumping them out of the FAI Cup at the first hurdle.

Soccer • 23 Jul 23