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Patrick Hoban of Dundalk, left, and Will Patching of Derry City react at the final whistle on Sunday

Perth: Pitch problems detrimental for Dundalk and Derry

Vinny Perth believes the artificial surfaces at Dundalk and Derry City's grounds are having a detrimental impact on both clubs.

Soccer • 17 Apr 23

Dundalk sign Gibraltar international Annesley

Dundalk have moved to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season with the signing of Gibraltar international Louie Annesley from Blackburn Rovers.

Soccer • 10 Jan 23

Lorcan Healy lifts the trophy with his UCD team-mates

UCD lift Collingwood Cup for 48th time

UCD won the Collingwood Cup for the 48th time after a 2-1 win over Queen's University at Oriel Park in the final this afternoon.

Soccer • 26 Apr 22

Dundalk celebrate Patrick Hoban's opener

Lilywhites up to third after overcoming Sligo Rovers

It was a very Good Friday for Dundalk as first half goals from Patrick Hoban and Daniel Kelly saw them move up to third place in the table with just their third win of the season against Sligo Rovers at Oriel Park.

Soccer • 15 Apr 22

Jim Magilton has knowledge of the League of Ireland from his time as assistant to Michael O'Neill when Shamrock Rovers won the title in 2011

Magilton tipped for Dundalk director of football role

Jim Magilton has emerged as the front runner to become the new director of football at Dundalk FC.

Soccer • 17 Nov 20

LOI team news: Bohs can close the gap on Rovers

With Shamrock Rovers clash with Derry City postponed, Bohemians have the chance to go within two points of the league leaders when they take on Dundalk this evening. Get the team news here.

Soccer • 16 Oct 20

Dan Ward of St Patrick's Athletic in action against Andy Boyle of Dundalk

Recap: Dundalk 1-1 St Patrick's Athletic

Dundalk and St Patrick's Athletic draw in their first game back at Oriel Park as the SSE Airtricity League campaign resumes.

Soccer • 31 Jul 20

'It's been a good learning curve for me'

Perth taking leadership mantle head on at testing time

Dundalk head coach Vinny Perth says he is keen to rise to the challenge of leading by example in his own way during the current coronavirus pandemic.

Soccer • 28 Mar 20

Michael Duffy slots home Dundalk's second goal in their win over UCD

Gartland admits congested fixture list taking toll

Dundalk's Brian Gartland admitted the side have been forced to pace themselves in a congested fixture list as they seek to navigate the final stage of the season.

Soccer • 26 Aug 19

Dundalk take on Qarabag at 6pm Irish time on Wednesday

Rogers confident Dundalk can find goals in Baku

After their 1-1 draw with Qarabag in Oriel Park, the Dundalk netminder is confident ahead of this week's second leg clash.

Soccer • 29 Jul 19

Pat Hoban is looking to create a little slice of history tonight

Hoban targets record and three points against Rovers

Dundalk's Pat Hoban is looking for a slice of personal glory as well as three points when his side host Shamrock Rovers at Oriel Park this evening.

Soccer • 26 Apr 19

Long calls for people with 'passion' to run the LOI

Bohemians manager Keith Long believes that there should be people with 'passion' in positions of power within the FAI if the League of Ireland is to flourish.

Soccer • 16 Apr 19

Vinny Perth (L) and John Gill (R) pose with new signing Jordan Flores. Photo: Dundalk FC

Dundalk boost ranks with Wigan playmaker Jordan Flores

Dundalk have snapped up Wigan Athletic playmaker Jordan Flores on a two-year deal.

Soccer • 25 Jan 19

Patrick Hoban scores his side's second goal

Kenny 'delighted' with Dundalk as season nears a climax

Dundalk manager Stephen Kenny was 'delighted' with his side's 2-0 victory over Sligo Rovers at the Showgrounds last night, a result which saw them move clear at the top of the SSE Airtricity Premier Division.

Soccer • 21 Aug 18

Kenny eager to continue winning streak in Europe

Dundalk manager Stephen Kenny wants to see his side bring their league form into Europe when they take on AEK Larnaca in their in the UEFA Europa League second qualifying round first leg clash on Thursday.

Soccer • 26 Jul 18

The result cuts the gap between Dundalk and Cork to just a point.

Kenny: 'You have to earn the right to win matches'

Dundalk manager Stephen Kenny heaped praise on his side after they defeated Cork City in Oriel Park. It was their first win over their rivals since October 2016.

Soccer • 10 Mar 18

Dundalk players celebrate one of their many goals

Dundalk's Kenny relieved to end goal drought in style

Dundalk manager Stephen Kenny says he was relieved to see his side end their goalless drought in the SSE Airtricity League, as they cruised to a first win of the new season against Limerick.

Soccer • 28 Feb 18

Dundalk celebrate Dylan Connolly's goal.

Watch: Dundalk find scoring touch against Limerick

Patrick Hoban bagged a first-half brace in the snow as Dundalk romped to their first league win of the 2018 SSE Airtricity League season against Limerick at Oriel Park.

Soccer • 28 Feb 18

Gannon stakes future with Dundalk

Dundalk have agreed a three-year contract with full-back Sean Gannon ending speculation about the 26-year-old's future.

Soccer • 17 Nov 17

Dundalk and Shamrock Rovers must do it all again after their FAI Cup semi-final ended in a draw

Gary Rogers: 'We won't hold any fear of Tallaght'

Dundalk goalkeeper Gary Rogers says they will have no fear of playing the FAI Cup semi-final replay against Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght following the 1-1 draw at Oriel Park.

Soccer • 01 Oct 17

Patrick McEleney was the star of the show for Dundalk

McEleney shines as Dundalk stroll past Limerick

Another Patrick McEleney wonder goal set Dundalk on their way to a comfortable win against a Limerick side who are now mired in a relegation dogfight.

Soccer • 04 Aug 17

Shamrock Rovers players celebrate Gary Shaw's early goal

Shaw punishes sluggish Dundalk as Rovers rise to third

Gary Shaw's early goal heaped more misery on Dundalk as Shamrock Rovers left Oriel Park with all three points on Sunday.

Soccer • 23 Jul 17

Dundalk too good to turn down, says Connolly

New Dundalk winger Dylan Connolly has admitted he is 'over the moon' at signing for the champions, insisting the opportunity was too good to turn down.

Soccer • 29 Jun 17

Dundalk's Robbie Benson and David McAllister of Rovers rise for a header

RECAP: Airtricity Premier Division opening night

Dundalk, Cork City, Drogheda United, Limerick, Derry City and Bray Wanderers all start their Airtricity League Premier Division campaigns with victories. Read how an action-packed night unfolded.

Soccer • 10 Mar 17

Dundalk will be favourites to claim their fourth league title on the trot

Kenny wary of rivals as Dundalk bid for history

Stephen Kenny believes that his side's three successive league titles count for very little when it comes to preparing for this season's campaign, where Dundalk could secure a record-equalling fourth title in a row.

Soccer • 15 Feb 17