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Shelbourne to face Galway United in FAI Cup

Shelbourne reached the final in 2022 while Galway United seek to win the competition for a second time
Shelbourne reached the final in 2022 while Galway United seek to win the competition for a second time

Shelbourne will play Galway United in the only all-Premier Division tie in third round of the Sports Direct FAI Cup.

Derry City will face First Division high-flyers Cork City in Turner's Cross in what will be a fascinating tie.

Cork are set for an immediate return to the top flight and the fixture will likely draw a huge crowd on Leeside.

Bohemians will face Kerry FC in a competitive game for the first time at Mounthawk Park while there will be a Limerick derby with First Division Treaty United hosting Pike Rovers.

Waterford and Sligo Rovers have home ties against First Division sides in Athlone Town and UCD respectively in what could be tricky fixtures for the Premier outfits.

Cork side Wilton United will take on Drogheda United in Weavers Park.

The fixtures will be play from 16-18 August.

FAI Cup third round draw:

Ballyfermot United v Wexford FC
Cork City v Derry City
Drogheda United v Wilton United
Shelbourne v Galway United
Treaty United v Pike Rovers
Kerry FC v Bohemians
Sligo Rovers v UCD
Waterford FC v Athlone Town


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