Shamrock Rovers F.C. - News Archive

Team News: Away to Bray Wanderers, Fri May 30th ko 7.45pm

29 May 2008. Skipper Aidan Price (calf), midfielder Stephen Rice (ligament) and defender Ger O'Brien (back and hamstring) have joined the Shamrock Rovers' injury list, bringing the latest total to nine. Dessie Baker (thigh), Chris Mulhall (cartilage), John Martin (hip), Robbie Creevy (ankle), Pat Flynn (ankle) and Darren Stapleton (thigh) all remain sidelined. "Of the three new injured players, only Stephen Rice, who has strained knee ligaments, has a chance of making next week's FAI Cup tie against Sligo Rovers," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Latest Result: Cork City 1-1 Rovers

27 May 2008. An equaliser from Sean O'Connor on 80 mins earned the Hoops a draw in Cork this evening. Report from RTE.IE

Team News: Away v Cork City, Tuesday May 27th

26 May 2008. Barry Ferguson joins Shamrock Rovers' lengthy injury list but may be fit in time to play against Cork City in tomorrow's (Tuesday) Premier Division game at Turner's Cross. "Barry hurt his neck against Drogheda last Friday and might be available for Cork, but Danny and Darren have only an outside chance of being fit enough to play," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Latest Result - Rovers 0 Drogheda Utd. 0

23 May 2008. The Hoops battled all the way for a point against the reigning champions but Padraig Amond almost snatched all three points a minute from time when his back-heel hit the inside of the post. Match Report here

Team News: Rovers v Drogheda Utd, Fri 23rd May, Tolka Park, 8pm

23 May 2008. Dessie Baker, Danny O'Connor and Eric McGill have all joined Shamrock Rovers' lengthening injury list ahead of tomorrow's Premier Division game against Drogheda United. Chris Mulhall (cartilage), Darren Stapleton (thigh), John Martin (hip), Robbie Creevy (ankle) and Pat Flynn (ankle/suspended) remain sidelined, bringing the total of injured Hoops to eight. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Golf Classic Date Changed - Now Thurs Aug 7th

21 May 2008. This years SRFC Golf Classic will take place on Thursday August 7th at Edmonstown GC. Teams of 4 cost €500. All enquiries and bookings to office on 4605948

Hoops Scene - Premier Division Programme of the Year 2007

20 May 2008. It has just been announced that 'Hoops Scene' was awarded Programme of the Year for 2007. Second placed was St Pats with Dundalk winning the First Division award. Congratulations to last years editor, Robert Goggins and all the contributors to Hoops Scene in 2007 on regaining the Matchday Programme of the Year award for Shamrock Rovers FC. It's a big effort getting 40 pages together each matchday and all involved should be very proud of their efforts. The award will be presented at the Irish Football Programme Clubs' annual programme fair this Sunday, May 25th in St Andrews Resource Centre, Pearse Street. It runs from 10am to 2pm, admission is €1. Programmes, books, badges, tickets and other football memorabilia will be on sale.

Ireland v Serbia Match Tickets - Few Remaining

19 May 2008. The club has a dozen match tickets remaining for the Ireland v Serbia game at Croke Park on May 24th. Call 4605948 to grab one of the last few.

Rovers 'A' Team Result: 2-0 win v Drogheda United

19 May 2008. Rovers 'A' Championship team beat Drogheda Utd 2-0 this evening at the AUL with Stephen Canavan getting both goals for the Hoops. The result puts Rovers joint top of Group C with Bohemians with both finishing on same goals for & against. Unfortunately Bohs go through based on the head to head results. More info on eircom league site click here. A tough end for John Moore's lads but promising signs for the A Championship proper to come. Pics by Robert Goggins from the game here.

Friendly Match Announced v Sunderland AFC

19 May 2008. Shamrock Rovers will play Sunderland in Tolka Park on Saturday, August 9th in a friendly match with a 7.30pm kick off. Full details regarding match tickets inlcuding a special offer for travelling Sunderland fans to see Rovers v Finn Harps on the previous night at Tolka will be announced within the next fortnight. Rovers press release here, click here to see the Sunderland AFC press release.

Tallaght Party & Golf Events - Posters Available To Download

19 May 2008. Note that promotional posters for the golf classic and the Tallaght party in the Submarine are available. You could help the club promote these events by printing out the posters to display in your local shop or workplace.
Click here to download the poster for the golf classic.
Click here to download the poster for the Submarine party.
Note that the posters are over 600k and may take a few seconds to download.

Squad Interviews

17 May 2008. A selection of interviews from Hoops Scene have been uploaded here. Check out what Podge, Danny, Stapo and Amy have to say about life working with the Super Hoops.

Latest Result - Finn Harps 1 - 1 Rovers

16 May 2008. Hoops goal from Padraig Amond on 48 minutes with Harps equaliser coming later in 2nd half. Note, club text service is not operational this evening due to technical problems. Match Report here

A Championship Shield Result: Rovers 2 -1 Bohemians

15 May 2008. Rovers beat Bohs at the AUL last evening by 2-1 in the Shield competition. Hoops goalscorers were Ross Moran and Ray Koomson. Final game in group stages v Drogheda Utd at the AUL next Monday (19th) ko 7.30pm.

Team News: Away v Finn Harps Fri May 16th kick off 8pm

15 May 2008. Chris Mulhall (cartilage), Darren Stapleton (thigh), John Martin (hip), Robbie Creevy (ankle) and Pat Flynn (ankle) remain sidelined. Tadhg Purcell and Danny O'Connor face fitness tests. Says Hoops' boss Pat Scully: "Chris is still recovering, John's seeing a specialist, while the others will be out for a few weeks. We're hoping Tadhg and Danny will be okay for Friday. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Rovers Players Shine For Ireland U23s

13 May 2008. Rovers trio Barry Murphy, Ger O'Brien and Stephen Rice all played for Ireland U23s v Northern Ireland this evening. The result was a 1 nil win for Ireland with Ricer clinching it on 90 mins. Congratulations to all three players.

Milk Cup 2008 Draw

13 May 2008. Shamrock Rovers U16s have been drawn against Hertha Berlin and Mexican side Cruz Azul in the opening games of the 2008 Northern Ireland Milk Cup. The draw was made earlier today in Belfast by Chelsea manager Avram Grant with Hoops players Cian McMahon and Sean McLoughlin present. The tournament is due to begin on Sunday, 27th July. More details to follow. The Rovers party with Avram Grant are pictured here (pic thanks to Grant Cameron).

Ireland v Serbia Match Tickets Available

13 May 2008. The club has a limited selection of match tickets available for the Ireland v Serbia game at Croke Park on May 24th. Call 4605948 for more information.

A Championship Shield Competition Fixtures This Week

13 May 2008. The reserves play in the Shield competition v Bohs on Wednesday May 14th at the AUL complex in Clonshaugh with a 7.30pm kick off, admission is free. Following that, on Monday May 19th, is the final group game v Drogheda United again at the AUL with kick off at 19.30 (previously was Sun 18th).

FAI Cup Draw - Home To Sligo

12 May 2008. Rovers have been drawn at home to Sligo Rovers in the third round of the FAI Ford Cup. The full draw is available on the FAI website here. Match takes place Sat June 7th

Dates For Your Diary

11 May 2008. Saturday June 28th: The club has booked the Submarine bar at Crumlin Cross for a special fans party night celebrating the re-start of development of the Tallaght Stadium, promo flier here. With no game that weekend, it will be a night for the hooped hordes to get together for a great night out. Tickets €10, doors 8pm, live music and a few suprises.
Also to note is Thursday Aug 7th, which is the date for this years Golf Classic to take place in Edmonstown Golf Club in Rathfarnhham, more details click here and scroll down.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 Derry City 1

09 May 2008. The Hoops battled hard against a committed Derry side and had to settle for a point after Conor Sammons close range header fourteen minutes from time cancelled out Padraig Amonds first half penalty. Match Report here.

SRFC Schoolboys Trials Announced 2008-09

09 May 2008. The schoolboys trials are set to take place in July. All information regarding ages, locations and contacts are in the schoolboys section of the website here.

Ireland v Serbia Special Matchday Package

09 May 2008. SRFC has put together a package around the Ireland v Serbia match, Trapattoni's first game in charge. The package includes a match ticket, programme and pre match meal and drinks in the Harbourmaster at the IFSC. Starting at 5pm it allows guests watch Munster v Toulouse in the Heineken Cup Final in our private lounge and enjoy a meal and drinks with clients or friends. Other extra's are included - see the promotional flier here. Great value at €175!

Tallaght Stadium - Building Recommences May 2008

07 May 2008. Shamrock Rovers FC is delighted that activity on the Tallaght Stadium development has recommenced with the preparatory work to have the site ready for construction now underway. The construction proper will recommence next week (w/c May 12th). The club has been in dialogue with the SDCC over the past few months and as all is now in place we can look forward to the target completion of December 2008 with the stadium being open for the start of 2009 season in March next year. Some images here and here.

Rovers 'A' Team Play Bohemian FC Next Week

07 May 2008. The reserves play in the Shield competition v Bohs next Wednessday May 14th. The game is at the AUL complex in Clonshaugh with a 7.30pm kick off, admission is free.

Team News: Rovers v Derry City, Tolka Park Friday May 9th ko 8pm

07 May 2008. Chris Mulhall (cartilage), Darren Stapleton (thigh) and John Martin (hip) remain sidelined and have been joined by Robbie Creevy and Pat Flynn. Danny O'Connor faces a late fitness test. Says Hoops' boss Pat Scully: "Robbie hurt his ankle in Sligo on Saturday and Pat Flynn � who's suspended on Friday -- did the same against Bray on Monday, so they're both out for 2-3 weeks. "Danny O'Connor also hurt his ankle, and he's doubtful for the Derry game. We'll see how it goes with him. He has a chance of making it - if not this week, he should be back for Finn Harps." Click here to visit the press center for more.

Latest Result - Bray Wanderers 1 Rovers 0

05 May 2008. The Hoops crashed out of the Eircom League Cup in the Carlisle Grounds tonight after the concession of a goal just four minutes into the game. Rovers had a lot of the play but couldn't breach the home defence despite a couple of late chances. Match Report here

Rovers Soccer Superstar Challenge - Today in Crumlin

05 May 2008. The Rovers Soccer Superstar Challenge makes its second appearance today (Bank Holiday Monday) at Pearse Park in Crumlin from 1.30-4.30pm as part of the Annual SARI fun day. All are welcome to try their luck and win prizes, entry is free. Club CPO, Paddy McQuaid, would appreciate any help from volunteers on the day to make the event go as well as possible, even an hour would help. Contact Paddy on 085 1060857. Pictures from the previous Citywest event are here.

Latest Result: Hoops Lose 3-2 away to Sligo Rovers

04 May 2008. Rovers went down 3-2 away to Sligo last night in what was a poor team performance. Coming from 3-0 down the Hoops managed two goals from Eoin Doyle and Daragh Maguire and very nearly an equaliser is an injury time goalmouth scramble. Pat Flynn received a straight red in the second half. Match report from rte.ie here.

Congratulations to Schoolboys U12 Team

02 May 2008. Congratulations to the Rovers U12 team who have won the Major B1 division having gone through the season unbeaten. Well done to Mick Fitz and everyone involved.

Team News: away v Sligo Rovers: Sat May 3rd, 8pm ko

01 May 2008. Chris Mulhall remains sidelined with a cartilage injury, and he's been joined by Darren Stapleton (thigh) and John Martin (hip). Barry Murphy, Ger O'Brien and Tadhg Purcell are slight doubts. Says Hoops' boss Pat Scully: "John Martin hasn't been right since the end of last season and he's having a scan to see wherther it's something serious. Until then we can't evaluate the extent of the injury". Click here to visit the press center for more.

Hoops Launch Schools Five-A-Side Competition

01 May 2008. Shamrock Rovers stage their first Tallaght Secondary Schools five-a-side tournament next Wednesday May 7, at the Sacred Heart FC grounds in Killinarden. The competition is open to under-16s attending the area's eight secondary schools and there's a super trophy � and local bragging rights! - up for grabs. "We're holding this tournament to coincide with the recommencement of work on our stadium in Tallaght," says Hoops' Club Promotions Officer (CPO) Paddy McQuaid. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Three Hoops in Ireland U23 Squad

01 May 2008. Barry Murphy, Ger O'Brien and Stephen Rice have again been called into the Ireland U23 Squad for the game v's Northern ireland in May. The fixture is in Glenavon's ground in Lurgan, Co Armagh on Tuesday May 13th with a 7.45pm kick off. For more info click here.

Rovers Matchday Experience Applauded

29 Apr 2008. RTE's Con Murphy reminds himself of the Rovers matchday experience, from his days at the RDS and what it is like now, through the eyes of a potential young Hoop whom he brought to Tolka last Sunday - a new recruit it would seem. Check out what Con and his young guest thought of the Hoops matchday experience on the rte website for yourself.

Rovers Kick Off With EP Mooney - Sales Blitz Now On

29 Apr 2008. EP Mooney are the Official Motor Partner to Shamrock Rovers FC, pictured here is the presentation by Kevin Lawlor at EP Mooney Greenhills Rd, Tallaght of a 2008 Sante Fe to the club along with Hoops midfielder, Stephen Rice. You will see the branded jeep all around Tallaght and beyond as we conduct SRFC commercial and CPO work in 2008. Check out the latest EP Mooney website and the current Used Car Blitz for a great bargain and don't forget to mention that you're from Rovers!

Volunteers Needed

29 Apr 2008. The club needs some extra volunteers for turnstiles between now and the end of the season. Even if you can do one or two games it would help. Call the office 4605948 or email your details to info@shamrockrovers.ie to get involved. All volunteers will be given an official staff jacket.

Three Matches In A Week

28 Apr 2008. There are 3 Rovers' matches in a week starting next Saturday away to Sligo, followed on Monday (bank holiday) away to Bray in the League Cup and then at home to Derry on Friday 9th May. All our fixtures are listed click here.

April Lotto Numbers - 6 / 11 / 24

28 Apr 2008. The €3,500 jackpot was not won last night. It now rolls over to a May jackpot of €4,000, the draw for which will take place at half time at the match v Drogheda Utd at Tolka Park on Fri May 23rd. For last nights winners of the €100 runners up cash prizes and all previous lotto results or even to buy a ticket online click here.

Latest Result - Rovers 0 St Patricks Ath. 1

27 Apr 2008. A frustrating night for the Hoops as they fell to a goal from Lynch having created the better of the chances especially in the first half. The visitors were happy to defend their lead in the second-half and the Hoops couldn't break them down. Danny O'Connor was sent off five minutes from time after receiving a second yellow card. Match Report here

Rovers' Free Club Text Service

26 Apr 2008. With 1,250 subscribers already on board the club text service is still open for you to join. There is no cost to the recipient of the texts and opt out is available at any time. Scroll down this page on right hand side to register for freetext and also the email database or simply text HOOPS to 087 7730000. This service is managed by SRFC and all information will be timely, relevant and accurate.

Membership Hits 500

25 Apr 2008. Shamrock Rovers reached a milestone in recent weeks when club membership passed the 500 mark for the first time. This means that membership has doubled in the past three years. "It's a high point of our short history as a members' club," says Hoops' chairman, Jonathan Roche. "And a growing membership also offers Rovers a very solid financial base year after year. Our next goal is to reach 600. With the builders returning to work in the near future at the Tallaght stadium that will heighten interest again as membership becomes even more attractive." Fergal O'Reilly, from Sandyford in Dublin, is the 500th member of Shamrock Rovers and he'll be introduced at half-time during Sunday's Premier Division game at Tolka Park against St Patrick's Athletic.

Team News: Rovers v St Pats, Tolka Park, Sunday April 27th, 7pm kick off

25 Apr 2008. Chris Mulhall remains out with a cartilage injury, while Darren Stapleton has a slight thigh strain. Pat Flynn is back from suspension, while Barry Murphy is unlikely to play. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Willie Conlon - U21 Physio

24 Apr 2008. Shamrock Rovers FC would like to thank Willie Conlon for his input to the club at U21 level as team physio and wish Willie all the best in his football related future. Willie is also a member of SRFC. The A Championship side under John Moore is preparing for the forthcoming season which commences in June whilst competing in the Shield tournament.

New Signings For Hoops!

23 Apr 2008. Shamrock Rovers will unveil their latest signings before next Sunday's highly anticipated derby against Premier table-toppers Saint Patrick's Athletic � the club's two new mascots! "We're really looking forward to introducing the two characters to our fans on Sunday and we would encourage people to meet them and have their photographs taken with them" says Hoops' Club Promotions Officer (CPO) Paddy McQuaid. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Rovers Fans On The Radio

22 Apr 2008. The latest eircom league promotional ad campaign features Rovers fan, Gerry Matthews. Have a listen to Gerry's Rovers story here.

A Championship Team Shield Win v Drogheda Utd

21 Apr 2008. John Moores' Rovers A team had a 2 nil win over Drogheda United tonight with a first half penalty from Padraig Amond and a clincher in injury time at the end of the game from Eoin Doyle. Starting team; Coleman, Treacy, Flynn, Price, Ferguson, Creevey, Martin, McGill, Amond, Doyle, Tyrell. Subs; Perkins, Purcell, Lyons, Vickery, Langtry.

Rovers v St Pats - Downloadable Match Poster Here

21 Apr 2008. The promotional poster for next Sundays game v St Pats is here and available for you to download and circulate to promote a big Derby Night attendance.

Rovers' Soccer Superstar Challenge

20 Apr 2008. Rovers' first open day in Tallaght with the Superstar Soccer Challenge game drew a big crowd to the Citywest Shopping Centre on Saturday. Pictures from the day are here. The next date is Bank Holiday Monday May 5th in Pearse Park, Crumlin from 1.30-4.30pm as part of the SARI annual open day. Following that we will be in Tymon Park in July for the SDCC Annual Family Fun Day. All welcome, taking part is free. Volunteers to assist the CPO are welcome, call or text Paddy on 085 1060857.

April Monthly Lotto Draw - Jackpot €3,500

19 Apr 2008. This months club lotto draw has a €3,500 jackpot and will take place at half time at the match v St Pats at Tolka Park on Sunday April 27th. Tickets will on sale at the lotto stand before the match. Could all members and lotto sellers please return stubs to the club office in the week or at the match on Sunday. Your support is much appreciated and good luck! For previous lotto results or to buy a ticket online click here.

Rovers v St Pats - Free 'Proud To Be A Hoop' Scarves

19 Apr 2008. Rovers next league game is against St Patricks Athletic on Sunday April 27th. It's live on Setanta Sports and kick off is 7pm at Tolka Park. To add further colour to this Dublin derby, the club will give a special edition 'Proud To Be A Hoop' scarf to the first 1,000 Rovers fans in through the turnstiles. Come early, get behind the team and show your support for the Super Hoops!. Click here to see team captain Stephen Rice with the new scarf.

League of Ireland Legends

19 Apr 2008. The MNS programme ran a poll asking viewers to vote for their all time League of Ireland legend. We certainly have had plenty of them on Rovers' books since 1901. Click on this link to see what Hoops legends have been nominated. There is an extension on the poll to April 28th if you would like to add some comments of your own. Send an email to sportonline@rte.ie if you would like to vote.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 UCD 1

18 Apr 2008. The Hoops rescued a point thanks to a late strike by substitute Padraig Amond just three minutes from time. Rovers trailed the Students after Doyle scored with a fine free-kick in the first half. A second half missed penalty from Purcell and an open goal miss by the Students added to the late drama. Match Report here

Club Shop - New Umbro Range Available

16 Apr 2008. Summer is on the way and it's time to turn up the heat. We've got the ultimate Training and Leisure range with the latest tracksuit, polos, jackets and more. Click here to go to the online shop. The New Rovers Titanium Range includes: Tracksuits, Polo Shirts, Training Jerseys, Training Shorts, Rain Jackets, Sweat Tops. Also our New and Exclusive 3rd Strip will be available from Sunday 27th April, check the on-line store for pre-ordering click here. Picture of the new range here.

Rovers A Team - Fixture Change

15 Apr 2008. The reserves will play Drogheda United in the Shield next Monday 21st April in United Park, Drogheda with an 8pm kick off.

Rovers' Superstar Soccer Challenge

15 Apr 2008. SRFC will be holding 3 open days around the Tallaght area in the coming months to promote the Superstar Soccer Challenge, the first of which will take place in the mall in the Citywest Shopping Centre on Sat April 19th from 1.30-4.30pm. There are three categories; U12, U16 and open age. All you have to do is shoot the ball through the hole in the inflatable wall 3 times from 3 shots. Those successful will go forward to play in the National finals which take place at the League Cup final in September. Prizes include a VIP package to the Ireland v Cyprus match for the younger ages and a 10 day trip to Italy v Ireland for the adults. All welcome and taking part is free. A Rovers shop will be selling a limited range of Official Merchandise. Volunteers to assist the CPO are welcome, call or text Paddy on 085 1060857. The Irish Sun newpaper promotion here.

Milltown.... 21 Years On

15 Apr 2008. RTE's MNS programme ran a feature piece last night on Milltown 21 years on. Featuring Dermot Keely and Jody Byrne the piece was excellently put together and is well worth viewing. Click here to see it on rte.ie.

Roving All Over The World - Global Hoops

14 Apr 2008. In recent matchday programme (v Bohs), the club presented a matchball signed by the squad to overseas member, Declan Swanton, on behalf of all the overseas members of the club. SRFC recognises the valuable contribution of these members especially as they rarely get to the games but have shown utmost faith on our club. Keep on Hooping lads and ladies in Germany, Australia, England, Portugal, USA, Argentina, Italy, Jersey and Canada. Click here to see the programme piece.

A Championship Friendly Result: Malahide Utd 0-1 Rovers

13 Apr 2008. The reserves enjoyed a friendly match win over Malahide United today in Gannon park. Robbie Creevy grabbed the only goal of the game on 65 minutes. Good news for Aidan Price and Podge Amond who both played in the 2nd half and did well.

Latest Result - Cobh Ramblers 2 Rovers 0

13 Apr 2008. A disappointing night for the Hoops in Cobh as they went down to two second half goals from O'Reilly and Murray. The second came just 16 minutes from time and Rovers were unable to break down the home defence despite some late pressure. Match Report here. Match report on eircom league site here.

A Team Friendly on Sunday

11 Apr 2008. Rovers' A team will play Malahide Utd in a friendly match this Sunday, April 13th in Gannon Park, Malahide with a 2pm kick off.

Cobh Ramblers v Rovers, Sat Apr 12th: Hoops Team News

11 Apr 2008. Chris Mulhall is out with a cartilage injury, while long-term casualties Aidan Price and Padraig Amond remain sidelined but are both back training. Pat Flynn is suspended. "Darragh Maguire and Ger O'Brien are slight doubts for the game," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Rovers Team Up with EP Mooney Hyundai

09 Apr 2008. The club is delighted to announce a new partnership with Tallaght based EP Mooney Hyundai. The club has been presented with a brand new Hyundai Santa Fe jeep which you will see driving around Tallaght with the club crest displayed prominently and proudly. For more details on EP Mooney Hyundai click here.

A Championship Result: Bohs 3 - 1 Rovers

08 Apr 2008. Rovers went down 3-1 to Bohemians in the opening match of the A Championship Shield competition. Tadgh Purcell scored from the penalty spot for the Hoops who were 2-1 down at half time. Better news was that Padraig Amond got a run out and looked sharp. The fixtures for the A Championship Shield competition are here.

A Championship - Rovers v Bohs April 7th

05 Apr 2008. The fixtures for the A Championship Shield competition (here), have the Hoops reserves playing their first game next Monday (Apr 7th) v Bohemians

March Monthly Lotto Result - 10 / 29 /32

05 Apr 2008. There was no winner of the March jackpot. The next draw is worth €3,500 and will take place at half time at the match v St Pats at Tolka Park on Sunday April 27th. Runners Up €100 winner details here.

Latest Result - Rovers 0 Bohemians 1

04 Apr 2008. A defensive mix-up early in the 2nd half let in Glen Crowe for the only goal of the game. The Hoops upped their game from then on but Bohs hung on despite a frantic last ten minutes. Match Report here

March SRFC Lotto €3,000 Jackpot Tonight!

04 Apr 2008. Make sure to take your chance to grab the €3,000 jackpot at our March monthly lotto that will take place at half time tonight in Tolka. Tickets on sale as you enter the ground at the lotto stall. The club appreciates your support.

Scully Seeks Bohs Scalp

03 Apr 2008. Manager Pat Scully spoke about the highly anticipated derby, calling on his players to "concentrate on their performance and forget about the crowd. "There should be a big crowd at the game on Friday," said the Hoops' boss. "We've been playing really well and we're looking forward to this game with great confidence. "This is a big game. There's a massive rivalry between the two clubs and I'm sure that the atmosphere, passion and colour will show off the eircom League at its best. "But I'll be telling our players to concentrate on their performance and forget about the crowd and the atmosphere. Once we do that I would be very confident of victory." Click here to visit the press center for more.

William Hill Backs Hoops

03 Apr 2008. Shamrock Rovers today unveiled gambling giant William Hill as the Hoops' official bookmakers. "We're delighted that William Hill, one of the greatest names in the betting world, has joined forces with Shamrock Rovers," said Hoops' chairman, Jonathan Roche. "Many of our fans like to have the odd flutter and I'm sure they'll be looking to support William Hill given that they've come on board as a commercial partner of our club." William Hill's Tony Kenny was equally complimentary of the Hoops: "Shamrock Rovers is the most famous name in Irish football. We're looking forward to this partnership. "And with Friday's game in mind, William Hill have given Pat Scully a €500 bet to back Rovers to beat Bohs � and we're pretty sure many fans will be doing likewise." An opening offer for all Hoops is available here. eircom league prices here.

eircom League Cup 2nd Round - away to Bray Wanderers Mon 5th May

01 Apr 2008. In Pool D, Rovers have been drawn away to Bray Wanderers, the fixture will be played on Bank Holiday Monday May 5th in the Carlisle Grounds in Bray with a 7.45pm kick off. Click here for more details.

Fixture Change: Rovers v Pats now April 27th

01 Apr 2008. To be broadcast live on Setanta Sports, Rovers v St Patricks Athletic, due to be played Fri April 25th, has been switched and is now fixed for Sunday April 27th at Tolka Park with a 7pm kick off. Setanta Sunday Night Live Soccer press release here.

March SRFC Lotto €3,000 Jackpot!

01 Apr 2008. Make sure to take your chance to grab the €3,000 jackpot at our March monthly lotto that will take place this Friday at Tolka. Tickets on sale as you enter the ground at the lotto stall.

Rovers Support Show Racism the Red Card

01 Apr 2008. Show Racism the Red Card will be at Tolka Park on Friday night raising support for the campaign through the sale of a wristband. The trendy band is red, white and black and includes a link to the website so you can find out more information. Wristbands are €2 or a donation and will be on sale throughout the match on Friday night at Tolka Park. Click here to visit the press center for more.

Promo Poster for Dublin Derby

31 Mar 2008. A promotional poster for this Fridays Dublin Derby is now available for download. Please help the club promote the game by printing out to the poster to display in your local shop or workplace. Click here to download the pdf poster. Note that the poster is over 600K and may take a few seconds to download.

It's Derby Week!

31 Mar 2008. Rovers v Bohs on the double in the coming seven days with the 1st team league game at Tolka this Friday kick off 8pm followed by the A Championship team playing Bohs away on Monday ko 7.30pm. The eircom league website ran a poll asking what is Ireland's biggest football derby. 55% said it has to be Rovers v Bohs - no suprises there perhaps. Roll on Friday, a big attendance is expected, please arrive early.

SRFC FreeText

30 Mar 2008. We are approaching the 1,000 subscriber mark after one month of the clubs new free text service. If you haven't yet registered, sign up now! There is no cost to the recipient of the texts and opt out is available at any time. Scroll down this page on right hand side to register for freetext and also the email database or simply text HOOPS to 087 7730000. This service is managed by SRFC and all information will be timely, relevant and accurate.

Monday Night Soccer on RTE

30 Mar 2008. Check out the new feature on www.rte.ie that features each club and their match reports, interviews etc. We have set up a tab on the left hand side of this screen to link you to this or click here.

Members - New Payment System

30 Mar 2008. Members on the existing monthly standing order payment should by now have completed the new membership banking forms and returned the new forms received for direct debit and s/o cancellation to the club. If you have not yet done so or if you have any queries please contact Donal at the club office on 4605948.

Latest Result - Galway United 0 Rovers 2

29 Mar 2008. The Hoops went to Galway and came home with all three points thanks to a goal in each half. Dessie Baker with the 2nd goal of the season opened the scoring on 18 mins and Stephen Rice wrapped up the points on 58 minutes with his third goal of the seson. Next Up is the Dublin Derby v Bohs next Friday. Match Report here

Team News: Galway Utd v Rovers, 29th March

28 Mar 2008. Chris Mulhall is out with a cartilage injury, while long-term casualties Aidan Price and Padraig Amond remain sidelined. Danny O'Connor is back after missing the last two games. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Baz - Ireland's No.1

27 Mar 2008. Barry Murphy has been voted best 'keeper in the eircom league by supporters on the eircom league website poll. Click here for more details.

eircom League Cup 2nd Round Draw

27 Mar 2008. In Pool D, Rovers have been drawn away to Bray Wanderers. The fixture will be played on May 5th / 6th. The winners of the second round fixtures will be entered into an open draw for the Quarter Finals. Click here for more details.

Two Rovers Players in Ireland U21 Futsal Squad

27 Mar 2008. Congratulations to Jonathan Perkins and Mark Langtry on making the travelling Ireland squad to play in the UEFA Futsal Championships being held in Andorra from 8th-11th of April. Click here for more details.

Galway United Away - Ticket Information

24 Mar 2008. The club has tickets on sale for the game in Terryland Park this Saturday kick off 7pm. They will be on sale in the office Tues-Friday. Cash will also be taken at the stiles.

Latest Result - Kildare County 0 Rovers 3

24 Mar 2008. The Hoops had a fairly comfortable Eircom League Cup win in Newbridge with first-half goals from Stephen Rice and Eoin Doyle rounded off by a late strike from substitute Robbie Creevy. Match Report here

A Championship Shield Fixtures

24 Mar 2008. The FAI has announced the Shield fixtures for the new A Championship teams which, for SRFC, will involve most of the team previously playing as the U21s but, can also include first team squad players aswell. First up for Rovers is an away game against Bohemians. Click here for the full listings. Home games will be played at the AUL.

Rovers' League Cup match - Easter Monday 2pm

22 Mar 2008. The Hoops start their eircom League Cup campaign on Monday in Newbridge playing Kildare County. Kick off is 2pm. Rovers are without Aidan Price and Padraig Amond (long-term injured), and Chris Mulhall (cartilage). Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Latest Result - Rovers 2 Bray Wanderers 0

21 Mar 2008.
A first-half goal from Alan Murphy set up by a low cross from John Martin was followed in the 2nd half by a fine Dessie Baker strike to give the Hoops all three points. The visitors cause wasn't helped by the dismissal of McCabe early in the second period.
Match Report here...

Egg-cellent Promotion

21 Mar 2008. Rovers Easter Egg Appeal has received national press and other media coverage. Well done to all concerned. The story is featured on the FAI eircom league website - click here

Team News: SRFC v Bray Wanderers

21 Mar 2008. Rovers miss Aidan Price and Padraig Amond (long-term injured), and Chris Mulhall (cartilage). Dessie Baker and Danny O'Connor are slight doubts. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Last Chance: Get Your Easter Eggs at Club Shop Tonight

21 Mar 2008. Last chance to get your 2008 SRFC Easter Eggs at the merchandise shop at the Bray match tonight. We have our own specially made eggs by Urney Chocolates under licence from Shamrock Rovers FC. They are in a fantastic Rovers box (image here) complete with a voucher to tear off for free admission for an U16 to a home game in March or April 2008.
UPDATE 22-03-08: That's it for another year - sold out!
Between the Hospitals, donations to Charity groups, Schools and general Club Promotions work and, of course, the shop itself nearly 1,500 eggs have been shifted in past 3 weeks with another 1,000 going out through Woodies in Tallaght .... in fact, that's the only place you are likely to get one at this stage. Happy (Hoopy) Easter!

William Hill - Official Bookmaker Partner of SRFC

21 Mar 2008. Shamrock Rovers FC is pleased to announce a new deal with Willim Hill as official bookmaker partner of the club. An opening offer for all Hoops is available here. Check out the William Hill website for your tips and punts. Normal terms and conditions apply.

Young Hoops Training With A Surprise

21 Mar 2008. CPO Paddy McQuaid organised a training session with a difference for some of the schoolboys and girls at the Dome in The Spawell complex this week with Pat Scully And Dave Campbell helping out with training. Also lending support were Aidan Price, Sean O'Connor and Stephen Rice. Pics of the Happy Hoops here

In Friday’s Hoops Scene

20 Mar 2008. This weeks programme includes an interview with young Hoops’ star Eoin Doyle, who is making a huge impression. Also included is a feature on 100-year-old fan Peggy Wilkes, who was at the first-ever game at Milltown as well as articles on the away team, fans’ news and many other features in Shamrock Rovers’ award-winning, 40-page, full colour matchday magazine. Click here to read some of the articles.

SRFC Members Notice - URGENT

19 Mar 2008. All members with existing bank standing orders should, by now, have received the new membership banking forms to be completed and returned to the club. It is imperative that members return the completed forms as a matter of urgency to allow the new system to be in place on April 1st. Any queries contact Donal at the club office 4605948.

SRFC Free Text Service - Text HOOPS to 087 7730000

19 Mar 2008. The club has commenced a free text service available to all over 18 years. There is no cost to the recipient of the texts and opt out is available at all time and is also free. Scroll down this page on right hand side to register for freetext and also the email database or simply text HOOPS to 087 7730000. This service is managed by SRFC and all information will be timely, relevant and accurate. We encourage all to sign up and stay in touch with the Super Hoops!

Tallaght '09 Ticket Vouchers in Matchday Programmes

19 Mar 2008. The club has introduced a loyalty scheme for fans to guarantee themselves access to tickets for Tallaght in 2009. In each matchday programme for the 2008 season there will be a voucher dated for that particular match. Simply collect 10 different matchday vouchers and you will be included in a guaranteed allocation of tickets. Exact quanities to be determined by the club when news on opening day and capacity is clarified. 2008 Members and Season Ticket holders also have priority access. SRFC will be as equitable as possible in the distribution and will ensure that the hard core fan base is rewarded for their loyalty.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 Cork City 1

14 Mar 2008. The Hoops shared the spoils with the Leesiders after a frantic closing period in the first-half saw O'Callaghan give Cork the lead only for Rice to equalise a minute later. Overall chances were few and far between in this fast paced and tough encounter.
Match Report here

Matchday Programme v Cork City

13 Mar 2008. Don't forget to pick up your copy of the multi-award winning Rovers' match-day programme, Hoops Scene, at this Friday night's game against Cork City . The programme has received a revamp for the 2008 season, but will still be packed full of club news, features and squad details - all for just €4.
This year sees the introduction of a new feature called Where are they now?, for which Hoops Scene will leave no stone unturned to get interviews with some of the lesser known legends that have donned the green and white for Ireland's most successful club. In the first edition, we catch up with (probably!) the oldest surviving former Rovers player.
And fans can also get an insight into the mind of one of the club's most recent signings, current team captain Stephen Rice, who features in the first player interview of the season. The away fans will also not be left disappointed, as the programme features an in-depth club profile and a look back on a classic game between Rovers and Cork City.

Shamrock Rovers Academy Seeks Cubs

12 Mar 2008. The Shamrock Rovers Academy invite boys and girls aged 5 and 6 to take part in a two-month programme which will begin on the first Wednesday in April. The offer is only open to boys and girls born in 2002 or 2003. The emphasis is on fun football and is intended to give children their first opportunity to play football at Shamrock Rovers. The venue is The Dome, Spawell and each session will begin at 5pm approximately. For further details please contact Bobby Best at 085-172-4131 or Dave Malone at 086-258-6196. Alternatively, enquiries can be made by email by contacting us at: schoolboys@shamrockrovers.ie.

Woodies DIY, Tallaght - Easter Egg Promotional Offer

12 Mar 2008. Our club sponsor, Woodies DIY, are running a promotion in the Tallaght store where you will get a Free SRFC Easter Egg when you spend €50 or more (one per purchase). In conjunction with the 10% discount to members and season ticket card holders (Mon-Fri only), this is a great reason to check out Woodies before Easter.

Latest Result - Drogheda Utd. 0 Rovers 1

08 Mar 2008. The Hoops got off to a fantastic start in the Eircom League and took all three points off the defending champions. Alan Murphy's superb strike in the 3rd minute allied to an all round battling performance made for a memorable evening at United park. Match Report here

Rovers Easter Eggs Now On Sale

08 Mar 2008. Hold off on buying your annual batch of chocolate eggs as, this year, we have our own specially made eggs by Urney Chocolates under licence from Shamrock Rovers FC. They are in a fantastic Rovers box (image here) complete with a voucher to tear off for free admission for an U16 to a home game in March or April 2008. The eggs cost €5 and are on sale in club shop Mon-Fri and at the matchday shop in Tolka at our first home game v Cork City on March 14th.

Easter Egg - Supporters Appeal

08 Mar 2008. Club member and matchday volunteer, Mick Connell, will be accepting payment for Easter Eggs in the Appeal that he launched to buy the new Rovers eggs (€5 each) and give them to the sick children in Tallaght and Crumlin Hospitals as a donation from the supporters of Shamrock Rovers FC. With over 200 eggs already purchased, Mick will at the lotto stand before the home game v Cork City on March 14th to accept any further commitments.

Pat Scully Interview

06 Mar 2008. Check out Ed Leahy's eircom League preview on rte.ie complete with an interview with Pat Scully. Get the inside track on Pats thoughts on the new Hoops squad and more click here.

Drogheda United v Rovers - Matchday Arrangements - TICKETS SOLD OUT

06 Mar 2008. This game is all ticket and the Rovers' allocation is now FULLY SOLD OUT. No tickets will be on sale at the ground. Details on parking arrangements for Rovers fans are available here. The match is live on RTE2 at 5.30pm

Rovers away to Drogheda Utd March 8th - Team News and more

06 Mar 2008. Apart from long-term injuries to Aidan Price and Padraig Amond, Rovers will have a full-strength squad available for the opening game of the season against Drogheda United. "It's a huge improvement on last season," says a happy Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. "It'll be a while before Aidan and Padraig are back, but otherwise we're fine. "Dessie Baker and Dave Tyrrell both have slight knocks but should be okay, and it looks as though Tadhg Purcell will be available even though he didn't play pre-season. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Programme Sellers Required

05 Mar 2008. Shamrock Rovers FC are seeking extra programme sellers for the 2008 season to supplement the current group of sellers. The role is purely voluntary. Sellers are required to be in place at least one hour before the official kick-off time and would also be required to assist in the counting of cash for up to twenty minutes after the game has begun. Anyone who is interested please email Robert Goggins at srfcprogramme@eircom.net.

SRFC Schoolboys - Managers needed for 2008 Season

05 Mar 2008. Shamrock Rovers Schoolboys are seeking managers and coaches for the 2008 season for all age groups. Suitable candidates should contact the club with their details by emailing to schoolboys@shamrockrovers.ie or phoning the Schoolboys secretary, Helen Doran at 085 711 6879.

Drogheda United Match Tickets

01 Mar 2008. The first game of the season away to Drogheda Utd is an all ticket affair. Rovers have been allocated 500 tickets. Following the members AGM the remainder (approx 100) will be on sale at the club office from Monday March 3rd. The match will also be broadcast live on RTE 2. Ticket prices are Adult - €20 / OAP&Student; (with ID/student card) - €8 / Child (U12) - €5. Entrance to the main stand is an additional €5.

Tallaght Hoops Supporters Club - Quiz Night March 13th

01 Mar 2008. Tallaght Hoops SC are holding a fun quiz night in Fables, Molloys Pub, Main St in Tallaght on Thursday March 13th. The night starts at 8.30pm and there will be music after the quiz by DJ Paddy. Tables of four cost €20 or single tickets on sale at €5 are available from John on 086 8292909. All support welcome.

Futsal Results - Rovers go out

01 Mar 2008. Rovers were beaten 4-1 by St Pats earlier today in the last series of group games in the National Futsal tournament. Darren Murphy scored for the Hoops. In the second game Rovers beat Shelbourne 3-0 with goals from Ray Kolompa (2) and Mark Langtry. Unfortunately this ends Rovers' interest in this years tournament.

February Monthly Lotto - 11 / 22 / 28

01 Mar 2008. The February lotto draw took place at todays AGM. The numbers drawn were 11, 22 and 28. There was no winner of the jackpot which will stand at €3,000 in March. The next draw will take place at the home game v Bohemians on April 4th. For details of the five €100 runners up click here.

AGM - SRFC Board of Directors

01 Mar 2008. The main outcome from todays members AGM is the appointment to the Board of Directors of Martina Genockey and Rob Tormey following todays election. The four out-going directors, John Byrne, Eamonn Keenan, Mark Lynch and James Nolan were re-elected. Going forward, the Rovers' Board will consist of Jonathan Roche (Chair), John Byrne, Noel Byrne, Dave Carpenter, Martina Genockey, Eamonn Keenan, Mark Lynch, James Nolan and Rob Tormey.

Friendly result - Wexford Youths 0 - 0 Rovers

01 Mar 2008. The match was played in terrible conditions in Wexford with very little opportunity for flowing football. This ends the series of seven pre season friendlies where Rovers haven't been beaten winning four games and drawing three and now look forward to the first league game next Saturday in Drogheda.

Ger Rowe Transferred to Bray Wanderers

27 Feb 2008. Bray Wanderers today agreed a fee with Shamrock Rovers to secure the services of want-away striker Ger Rowe. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Friendly Result: Athlone Town 2 - 3 Rovers

26 Feb 2008. Rovers beat Athlone Town tonight with goals from Danny O'Connor (2) and Eoin Doyle. Last game to come pre season is this Friday away to Wexford Youths, kick off 8pm. Match Summary here.

Club Members AGM this Saturday at 12 Noon

25 Feb 2008. Reminder that the AGM will be take place in the main hall in Kevin St IT this Saturday March 1st at 12 noon. As with previous years, we will preceed the meeting with an update and Q&A; with the manager, Pat Scully. The meeting is scheduled to run 12.00-13.30. Following the meeting, light refreshments will be served in the restaurant where match tickets for the Drogheda game will be on sale and the February monthly lotto draw will take place. Please bring all sold stubs along. Easter egg appeal monies will also be taken at this point.

Rice Appointed Skipper

25 Feb 2008. Stephen Rice has been handed the captain's armband at Shamrock Rovers while Aidan Price remains sidelined. "Aidan won't be available for the first few weeks of the new season so we've decided to make Stephen captain," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

League Cup 1st Round Tie Fixed - March 24th, kick off 2pm

25 Feb 2008. Rovers have been drawn in Pool D and will play away to Kildare County in the first round. The match will take place in Newbridge on Easter Monday March 24th kick off 2pm. The other first round game in the pool is Bray Wanderers v Athlone Town. St. Patrick’s Athletic and U.C.D. await the two first game winners in the semi final pool stage.

Remaining Pre Season Friendlies

24 Feb 2008. Tues 26th v Athlone Town at 7.45pm and Fri 29th v Wexford Youths at 8pm.

Futsal Results

24 Feb 2008. Rovers beat Shelbourne 4-1 with goals from Darren Murphy (2), Corey Treacy and Ray Kolompa. In the second of two games on Saturday, Rovers went down 2-0 to Bray Wanderers. The Hoops go into next Saturdays final group games at DCU (fixture list here) knowing that good results on the day could put them through to the semi finals to retain their title from 2007 and the €10,000 winners prize.

Friendly Result - Dundalk 1 Rovers 2

21 Feb 2008. The Hoops opened the scoring through Alan Murphy in the 3rd minute and Eoin Doyle made it 2-0 on 55 minutes. The home side scored with a header 10 mins from time. Hoops line-out here

Alan Murphy Now A Hoop

21 Feb 2008. Alan Murphy passed the medical today and is now a Shamrock Rovers player.

Fixture changes - Sept/Oct '08

21 Feb 2008. Rovers home game v Bray Wanderers in September will be played on Thursday Sept 4th. The home game v St Patricks Athletic in October will take place on Saturday Oct 18th. Both games will kick off, as usual, at 8pm,

Sponsorship Opportunities at Shamrock Rovers 2008

21 Feb 2008. With the new season only weeks away, we are delighted to have number of new sponsorship opportunities to the business community and fans alike. Be it one match only or season long sponsorship we have it. From 'Man of the Match' sponsor to Sponsoring a Matchball or a Player to Pitchside Signage we have something for every budget level. Click here to go to the sponsorship section where you can download our sponsorship brochure. The club appeals to all supporters to forward the link/brochure to any possible sponsors that they are acquanited with.

Rovers Awarded Premier Division FAI Licence

21 Feb 2008. The club has been awarded a Premier licence to play in the 2008 season. A great deal of input is required to achieve a licence and it is of great satisfaction that Shamrock Rovers, again, has fulfilled all conditions laid down within the licencing criteria.

Alan Murphy Set For Hoops

19 Feb 2008. Shamrock Rovers have agreed terms with Alan Murphy and he will become a Rovers' player once he satisfies a medical examination on Thursday. The versatile 26-year-old can play in midfield or attack and previously played for Galway United and Derry City, and is a former underage international. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Dave Campbell Promoted to Assistant Manager

19 Feb 2008. Shamrock Rovers have promoted Under-21 manager Dave Campbell to the position of first team coach. Campbell has been part of the hoops' backroom team since November 2005, following Pat Scully's appointment as first team manager. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Futsal Results

16 Feb 2008. The Hoops played Bray Wanderers and St Patricks Athletic today at the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght in the new Futsal season. Both games ended in draws; 1-1 v Bray and 2-2 v St Pats. Mark Langtry scored all 3 Rovers goals. Fixture list available here.

Sponsor a Matchball or Mascot in 2008 - €175

16 Feb 2008. Sponsor a Matchball for any Rovers home match in the new season. Full listing of availability and sponsorship details available here. Bookings are also being taken for Mascot sponsors for the forthcoming season, click here for all details of what's involved. Bookings can be made via email to marklynch@shamrockrovers.ie or call the office on 4605 948.

Sponsor a Player in 2008

16 Feb 2008. Rovers 2008 Squad is available for sponsorship - each sponsorship costs €650. Each sponsor will have their photo taken with the player (at your business premises if requested) and listed on the club website and in each matchday programme for the season. Each sponsor will also receive a Rovers jersey and Player photo both signed by the player. Click here for more information.

Drogheda Utd away - Fixture Moved to Sat March 8th

15 Feb 2008. Rovers first game of the new season, away to Drogheda United, is going to be broadcast live on RTE 2. The game has been moved to Saturday March 8th with a 5.30pm kick off.

Pre Season Match #4: Rovers 0 - 0 GKS Belchat�w

14 Feb 2008. In the second and final friendly at the training camp in Marbella, Rovers drew 0-0 with GKS Belchat�w. This has to be seen as a very credible result considering GKS finished 2nd in the Polish Premier division last season. Match Summary here

Rovers Easter Eggs .... On sale end of Feb!

14 Feb 2008. Hold off on buying your annual batch of chocolate eggs as, this year, we will have our own specially made eggs by Urney Chocolates under licence from Shamrock Rovers FC. They are in a fantastic Rovers box (image here) complete with a voucher to tear off for free admission for an U16 to a home game in March or April 2008. The eggs will retail for €5 and be on sale in club shop at the end of February.

Friendly Result - Rovers 0-0 Gornick Zabrze

11 Feb 2008. Result just in from Spain is a 0-0 draw. This is quite a bit different than last time we played Gornick Zabrze away! A strong performance from the Hoops against a full time premier Polish league team that are in their mid season. Rovers played with one up front allowing Gornick a lot of the ball in what has to be regarded as a very good workout for the Hoops.

Mascot Sponsors 2008 - Home & Away games

10 Feb 2008. Bookings are being taken for Mascot sponsors for the forthcoming season. You get to provide and sponsor the mascot for a home or away match and receive a full Rovers kit for the mascot and the opportunity to lead the team out on to the match and also receive a souvenir photo of the occasion. The mascot will also get to meet all the players and manager during what will be a real thrill and experience that they will treasure for a long time. The mascot also gets featured in the matchday programme. This offer also includes complimentary admission for two guardians. Cost €175. All details click here. Email bookings to marklynch@shamrockrovers.ie or call the office on 4605 948.

Hoops Scene 2008

09 Feb 2008. For the 2008 season we have a new programme editor - Martina Genockey. Martina is a club member and involved with the Hoops Supporters Club. Martina is also a full time reporter with the Tallaght Echo newspaper. We are very fortunate to have Martina take on the editorial role and she has all our support and assistance to maintain the very high standards of our great matchday programme, Hoops Scene.

Martina has asked us to issue the following notice:
'As the 2008 season fast approaches, fans with ideas for features they would like to contribute to this year’s matchday programme, are invited to contact the new Hoops Scene editor, Martina Genockey, at programme@shamrockrovers.ie. Fan photos, birthdays, anniversaries and details of any other special occasion you would like mentioned in Hoops Scene can also be sent to the editor at the above address'.

Rovers Win In Futsal Friendlies

09 Feb 2008. The Hoops played Bray and Shels today at the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght to prepare for the new Futsal season. Rovers beat Bray 2-1 with both goals from Mark Langtry and followed this up with a 2-0 win over Shelbourne with goals from Keith O'Neill and James Lee. Next up is the start of the season proper with games against Bray at 11.50 and v St Pats at 12.40 in the Basketball Arena. Full fixtures listing here. All welcome, admission is free.

Pre Season Match #2

08 Feb 2008. Rovers beat Kildare County tonight 3-2. The Hoops were 3 nil up through two Dessie Baker goals and another Eoin Doyle hit but Kildare came back in the second half making the final score 3-2 to Rovers. Match Summary here

It's Futsal Time Again

08 Feb 2008. The Futsal tournament proper kicks off in a weeks time. To help prepare, the FAI has arranged a series of friendly matches to reacquaint teams with the highly skillful indoor five-a-side game. Rovers play this Saturday Feb 9th in the Tallaght Basketball Arena; 11.50am Rovers V Bray Wanderers & 1.30pm Shelbourne V Rovers. St Pats play Bray in between these.

Friendly Fixtures in Spain - Venue Changes

07 Feb 2008. For those travelling to Spain next week for the two friendly fixtures please note venue changes: First game is now in Dona Julia on Mon 11th Feb at 4pm v's G�rnik Zabrze and the second match will take place in the facilities close to the team hotel in Benahav�s on Thurs 14th at 4pm v GKS Belchat�w (runners up Polish league 06-07).
Directions to Dona Julia click here and go to 'contact us' then 'location map'. The football pitch is on this turn off but go right to the top of the hill and over the other side.
Directions to the pitch at Gran Hotel Benahav�s click here

Galway Utd away; Fixture Date Change

06 Feb 2008. The away game in Galway has been moved to Saturday March 29th, kick off 7pm.

2008 Season Tickets

06 Feb 2008. The fixtures have been set and the new season is approaching. Time to get your 2008 Rovers Season Ticket. Prices have been maintained as close to 2007 as possible to encourage supporters attend our games in Tolka Park in 2008. Note: All 2008 season ticket holders (and members) will have priority access to Tallaght Stadium seats next season. Prices and forms to complete are available here.

Friendly Result - Rovers Win 2-0 Away To Longford Town

05 Feb 2008. Rovers were one nil up at half time with a goal from Owen Doyle on 32 minutes. The starting line up was Barry Murphy, Pat Flynn, Barry Ferguson, Danny O'Connor, Darren Stapleton, Chris Mulhall, Stephen Rice, Ross Moran, Dave Tyrrell, Dessie Baker and Eoin Doyle. Following nine changes at half time Rovers pressed on and got a second goal through Keith O'Neill to finish the game 2-0 winners.

January Lotto - Numbers 8 / 13 / 22

05 Feb 2008. The €2,000 jackpot was not won this month and rolls forward to the Feb draw being held at the members AGM on March 1st with a €2,500 jackpot. There were 5 runners up winners of €100 each. Full details in lotto section here.

Rowe Rejects Offers

31 Jan 2008. As Ger Rowe has declined all formal offers from clubs interested in signing him, he has been taken off Shamrock Rovers' transfer list. "Despite the fact that Ger told us he doesn't want to play for Shamrock Rovers anymore and is willing to go 'anywhere', he has rejected every opportunity to leave," says Rovers' chairman Jonathan Roche. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Minister & SDCC Sign-Off Stadium Development

31 Jan 2008. A meeting to review plans to resume construction work on the stadium site was held between Seamus Brennan, T.D., Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism, Mayor South Dublin County Billy Gogarty and Senior County Council officials on Thursday 31st. January 2008 at 11.00am in the Towers Hotel, Tallaght. A visit to the stadium site followed immediately afterwards. See the press centre here for the full SDCC release and a short history of the recent years events regardings the stadium. The Minsietrs Press Release is also in the press centre or click here to view the statement on the Departments website.

Rovers Invited to Munich Commemoration

28 Jan 2008. Shamrock Rovers have been invited by Manchester United to attend next week's 50th Anniversary Service of Remembrance and Commemoration of the Munich Air Disaster. The Hoops played the Red Devils in the European Cup (now Champions League) that season, just a few months before eight members of the Busby Babes perished at Munich. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

2008 Fixtures - eircom League & Futsal

26 Jan 2008. The 2008 Premier Division fixtures have been released. Rovers' first game is away to Drogheda United on March 7th followed by two home games v Cork City and Bray Wanderers. A full listing is available in the fixtures section now, for a complete set of League fixtures click here here to go to the eircom league website.
Also released is the 2008 U21 Futsal League fixtures. Rovers will be defending the trophy starting with two friendly matches v Bray and Shels with the league proper starting on Feb 16th in the Tallaght Basketball Arena. A full listing is available here.

Court Final Update: Tallaght Gets Green Light

25 Jan 2008.
The Tallaght Community Stadium finally got the go-ahead today when the High Court rejected Thomas Davis GAA club's application for leave to appeal to the Supreme Court. This morning Judge Murphy ruled that there were no legal grounds to justify an appeal to the Supreme Court and the two-year legal wrangle has come to an end. Legal costs for the SDCC and Shamrock Rovers FC were awarded against the GAA. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release and click here for some pics of Happy Hoops outside the Courts after the verdict. South Dublin County Council press release here.

Court Update: Application For An Appeal Lodged by Thomas Davis GAA Club

18 Jan 2008. As per Decembers judgement, all parties were back in the High Court this morning for the arrangement of costs. This has been put off to next Friday at 10am as todays proceedings were taken up with an application to appeal lodged by Thomas Davis GAA Club against Decembers High Court judgement. Judge Murphy deferred judgement on the application and on costs to next Fridays hearing.

SRFC Premium Matchday Package: Ireland v Brazil Feb 6th

15 Jan 2008. Shamrock Rovers FC offers a premium matchday package to enjoy the glamour International friendly fixture on Feb 6th v Brazil at Croke Park. With a private reception in Jurys Hotel, Croke Park from 5pm-7.15pm guests will enjoy a pre match meal and a private bar facility. There are also two tickets to Rovers' first home game of the season in March for each guest along with a free draw for Rovers merchandise & two season tickets on the day itself. After all that, the trip to your Premium level seat in the stadium is only a few metres walk across Jones Rd. Total cost is €300 per person. Full details and booking information just click here .

Rowe Seeks Move From Rovers

15 Jan 2008. At the player's request, Ger Rowe has been placed on the transfer list by Shamrock Rovers Football Club with immediate effect.

Members AGM - March 1st

15 Jan 2008. The AGM will be take place in Kevin St IT on Saturday March 1st at 12 noon. The agenda, 2008 membership card and the new members pin badge will be posted to all members in due course. The February monthly lotto draw will take place after the meeting.

Irish Mortgage Brokers Rovers Associates Offer

12 Jan 2008. The club is happy to support the business of its supporters and members and promote same with the general support base where there is a special offer incentive in place for Rovers fans. One such 'associate partnership' is with club member, Peter Murphy, and his mortgage business - Irish Mortgage Brokers Ltd. In addition to his annual player sponsorship of 'keeper Barry Murphy, Peter is an annual susbcriber to the hoops directory and a regular at Hoops games, home and away.

Click here for more details of Irish Mortgage Brokers offer for Rovers fans. For all completed mortgages IMB will also give the club 0.1% e.g. €300 on a €300,000 mortgage.

Shamrock Rovers HOOPS in Irish Semi Finals

09 Jan 2008. Our basketball brethern, Shamrock Rovers HOOPS, are playing Killester in the National Cup Semi-Finals on Sunday Jan 13th (3pm) at the National Basketball Arena in Tymon Park, Tallaght. All support welcome. Admission: Adult €20, Student €15 (ID required), U-16 €10, Family €50, Group €100. One adult gets in free with every group of ten children.

First Monthly Lotto Draw of 2008

08 Jan 2008. UPDATED 14th Jan: The January lotto ticket sales will be entered into the first draw of 2008 which will take place at the club office on Sat Feb 2nd. Could all sellers return stubs by this date.

2008 Pre Season Arrangements

07 Jan 2008. The pre season arrangements for the Shamrock Rovers squad will include a week long training camp in Marbella as well as a series of friendly matches against first division opposition in February. The squad will be in Marbella from 9th - 15th February with two friendly matches both against Polish Premier Division opposition. First up is a game in Dona Julia on Mon 11th Feb at 4pm v's G�rnik Zabrze with the second match in Sol Benahav�s on Thurs 14th at 4pm v GKS Belchat�w (runners up Polish league 06-07). The Gornik game will bring back memories of our UEFA Cup clash in the 1994/95 season.
UPDATE 16th Jan: The series of games in Ireland, all in February and at the away venues, are: Tues 5th v Longford at 8pm, Fri 8th v Kildare County at 7.45pm, Thur 21st v Dundalk at 7.45pm, Sat 23rd v Waterford Utd at 2pm, Tues 26th v Athlone Town at 7.45pm and finally Fri 29th v Wexford Youths at 8pm.

Ireland International Friendly Match Tickets 2008

04 Jan 2008. Please contact the club if you would like to go on the list for match tickets at Croke Park for Ireland v Brazil (Feb 6th) and v Serbia (May 24th). As before, the FAI are selling the tickets for both games as a package. Let the club know by Jan 11th via phone 01 4605 948 or email info@shamrockrovers.ie

Volunteer of the Year Award 2007 - Justin Mason

23 Dec 2007. Congratulations to Justin Mason who received the 2007 Volunteer of the Year award on Saturday night at the Christmas party. A thoroughly deserving recipient, this award was presented by the club in recognition of the time and effort put in by so many that is vital in making Rovers work. Justin has been selling programmes at matchdays for 15 years and is treasurer of the Pride of Ringsend Supporters Club. Well done again Juz!
Justin is also one of the members featured in our recently relaunched members section, click here to find out more about Juz.

December Lotto Won - Numbers 20 / 22 / 29

23 Dec 2007. There was one lucky winner of Saturdays December lotto draw matching the three numbers drawn. The winner of the jackpot prize of €4,500 is Betty Hyland and the ticket was sold by club member, Chris Hyland. There were also five runners up winners of €100 for info click here.

Rovers Merchandise - Last Pre Christmas Shop Opening Day Today

22 Dec 2007. The club shop will be open today (Saturday) from 11am-4pm for all your Hooped Christmas shopping needs. Special sale items for only €10 include jerseys, polo tops and training wear.

Seasons Greetings

21 Dec 2007. The Board of Shamrock Rovers FC would like to extend the very best of wishes to all Rovers supporters this Christmas. Thanks for all the support received in 2007 and we look forward to building on what has been created in the last couple of years as we look forward to make the final move into Tallaght.

Supporters Christmas Party

19 Dec 2007. Saturday’s Christmas Party. Originally this was expected to be a low-key, informal get-together of a few dozen Hoops and a place to hold the monthly lotto draw, but following last Friday’s High Court ruling interest in the event grew considerably. Given the time of year and the short timespan involved it has proved impossible to find an alternate, more private venue for a possibly much larger attendance than originally expected, so spaces in the reserved area of the downstairs bar at The Purty Kitchen are limited. We will present the Volunteer of the Year award on the night.

Members Section Relaunched

17 Dec 2007. The members section of our website has been relaunched for the coming season. Find out all about Rovers membership and how to sign up. One of the new features is a members focus page with interviews with Rovers members. Click here to visit the members site.

Pat Flynn Signs for Rovers

15 Dec 2007.
Shamrock Rovers today completed the signing of Pat Flynn from Waterford United. The signing of defender, Pat brings to six, the number of players signed for the 2008 season.

RTE TV News Coverage of Court Decision

15 Dec 2007. RTE Six One news carried the Tallaght Stadium Court judgement in its bulletin on Friday Dec 14th. To view click here scroll down to Sportsnews, the Rovers feature is approx 30 secs into feature.

South Dublin County Council Statement on Tallaght Stadium Judgement

14 Dec 2007. Judgement of the High Court delivered on 14th December 2007 regarding the completion of a sports stadium at Whitestown Way, Tallaght for use by Shamrock Rovers Football Club. Judgment was delivered today in the High Court by Mr Justice Roderick Murphy in favour of South Dublin County Council in a Judicial Review case, taken by Cumann Tomas Daibhis, challenging a resolution to complete the development of a sports stadium at Whitestown Way, Tallaght for use by Shamrock Rovers Football Club. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Court Case Goes Rovers Way

14 Dec 2007. Today the High Court ruled in favour of South Dublin County Council and against Thomas Davis GAA club in the Judical Review of the Tallaght community stadium. This means that work can resume on the site and that Shamrock Rovers can look forward to moving into the stadium some time between the end of the 2008 and the start of the 2009 season. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Rovers Christmas Toy Appeal

13 Dec 2007. Following a hugely successful toy appeal in 2006, Shamrock Rovers FC is again appealing to its supporters to consider donating a gift in the Rovers Christmas 2007 Toy Appeal which will go to the Childrens Hospital in Tallaght & Crumlin hospitals. You may leave the toys in the club office or bring along to the Christmas party night on Sat 22nd December in the Purty Kitchen, Temple Bar.

Rovers ITT Scholarships

12 Dec 2007. Three Shamrock Rovers players embarked on their third level Scholarships at IT Tallaght yesterday. Pictures of the presentation receiving their grants from the Jonathan and Paddy representing the club are players Dave Vickery, Rob Bolger and Sean Griffin. Click here to visit the pictures gallery.

Dail To Play For At Rovers

09 Dec 2007.

Shamrock Rovers are heading for Leinster House on Wednesday to show their secondary school scholarship students around Dail Eireann. The Hoops are re-launching their scholarship scheme with the backing of all four Dublin South West TDs who will be on hand to meet the Hoops' academics. Conor Lenihan, Brian Hayes, Pat Rabbitte and Charlie O'Connor will all be present, with O'Connor taking the Tallaght-based students on a tour of Leinster House. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.
UPDATE: Click here for a link to hear the RTE Radio 1 interview from the presentation on Wednesday. Click on the link for the Wednesday December 12th programme situated towards the top of the page. The section on Rovers begins 23:20 minutes into the drivetime sport show and runs for approx 3.5 minutes.
Visit the gallery to see more pics from this visit.

Hoops Add Baker

08 Dec 2007. Shamrock Rovers' boss Pat Scully has added Longford Town's Dessie Baker to his squad to bring the number of his new signings to five. 30-year-old Baker joins the Hoops on the back of a fine season at Longford, and Scully is delighted to have brought the Dubliner on board for 2008. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Rovers Players in Ireland Futsal Squad

01 Dec 2007. SRFC is delighted that four of last seasons U21 squad have been called up to the Ireland U21 Futsal squad that will travel to Portugal next week to participate in two friendly fixtures aginst Benfica and Sporting Lisbon. The players are goalkeeper John Perkins, defender Mark Langtry, midfielder Dane Massey and striker Ciaran Kilduff. We wish the lads well. Ex Hoop Brendan Dawson is also in the squad. Click here for more details.

Rovers Supporter on the Late Late Toy Show

28 Nov 2007. Look out for junior member and all round big time Rovers fan, Jennifer Connell, on her feature piece on this Fridays Toy Show on RTE1. Jennifer will be reviewing a bicycle for the show. No doubt, like all fans, Jennifer is looking for a special Christmas present this year..... in the form of good news on Tallaght Stadium from the High Court.

Rovers Volunteers Course - Stadium Stewards

22 Nov 2007. If you would like to attend the Sports Stadium Stewards Course, sponsored by the FAI, please get in touch with the club office on 4605 948. Rovers matchday volunteers may find this course most helpful. It takes place in Killester College on Fri 30th Nov from 6-10pm & Sat 1st Dec from 9am-4pm. Successful candidates are issued with the appropriate FETAC certification which will qualify them to steward at any FAI match.

2008 Season Tickets on Sale - Pre Christmas Special Prices

16 Nov 2007. The club has released 2008 Season tickets for sale. There are a number of options available for Adults, U16s, Seniors and Family tickets. There is a special pre Christmas promotion underway with some prices held at 2007 rates. For more information and an application form click here.

Rovers Christmas Gift Ideas

14 Nov 2007. In addition to the 2008 Season Tickets for sale at special rates in a pre Christmas promotion, the club also has gift vouchers on sale that can be redeemed against any items in the club merchandise shop or indeed to offset against the new season ticket - basically they can be used to purchase any item at Rovers. The vouchers come in €10 & €20 denominations. The new black strip for 2008 is now in stock.

3 More New Signings at Rovers; Maguire, O'Connor and Stapleton

14 Nov 2007. Shamrock Rovers' boss Pat Scully is wasting little time in bringing in new players to strengthen the Hoops' squad for the 2008 season. Following recent arrival Stephen Rice, Darragh Maguire and Sean O'Connor (both ex-Saint Patrick's Athletic) and Darren Stapleton (Kildare County) have all agreed terms. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Make Your Own Rovers Merchandise

13 Nov 2007. Shamrock Rovers have partnered with photogifts.ie to offer fans the chance to make up their own unique Rovers gifts like a Barry Murphy calender, Rovers branded wrapping paper or even a Ger O'Brien cup. Click here for more details here.

November Monthly Lotto - Jackpot not won

13 Nov 2007. The draw took place at the Player of The Year Awards on Sunday. Numbers drawn were 21 - 32 - 35. There was no jackpot winner. The rollover amount is now €4,500. Five runners up with €100 are listed in the lotto section click here.

Under 23 International featuring 4 Rovers players, Tuesday Nov 13th, Dalymount 7.45pm

12 Nov 2007. REPUBLIC OF IRELAND V SLOVAKIA / Dalymount Park, Tuesday, November 13th 2007, Kick off 7.45pm / Admission: Adults €15; Children €5. Show your support for the Republic of Ireland U23 team taking on Slovakia on 13th November. The International Challenge Trophy is an Under-23 tournament that also includes England, Italy, Wales, Finland, Belgium, Slovakia and Northern Ireland. It will be played on a group basis over the next 18 months, with the winner of each group contesting the final. Rovers players Barry Murphy, Ger O'Brien, Ger Rowe and Stephen Rice are included in the squad. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release. Info visual click here

Player of the Year Awards 2007

11 Nov 2007. Congratulations to all the winners at Sundays awards. The roll of honour for 2007 is:
Senior Player of the Year: Ger O'Brien
Young Player of the Year: Dean Lawrence
U21 Player of the Year: Ciaran Kilduff
U18 Player of the Year: Willie O'Brien
Alan Nolan Golden Boot Award: Tadgh Purcell
Fans award: Robert Goggins
Hall of Fame: Harry Kenny

Eleven Released by Rovers

11 Nov 2007. Today Shamrock Rovers released the following players: David Cassidy, Robbie Clarke, Jamie Duffy, Dave McGill, John McGuinness, Andy Myler, Dave O'Connor, Derek Pender, Alan Reynolds, Ian Ryan and Paul Shiels. Two other squad members, Dean Lawrence and Ciaran Kilduff, remain contracted to the club but will be loaned out for the 2008 season. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Jersey Auction - Now Closed .... and what a success!

10 Nov 2007. It's all over for another year. What a great auction and thanks to everyone that took part. All shirts will be presented at the Player of the Year Awards on Sunday night. Special congratulations to Jimmy O'Kelly who bid €700 for Ger O'Brien's jersey and wins the right to manage the team tomorrow in our friendly match for Tallaght Hospital. Give our new temporary manager all your support tomorrow, coincidently Jimmy is pictured in last nights match programme on page 31, if you would like a sneak preview of the new 'Gaffer'. For the final bids table click here

End of Season Auction - Be Rovers Manager for a Day

09 Nov 2007. Want to Manage Rovers? The highest bid in this years end of season jersey auction will also win the right to manage Rovers in the charity match fixture at Tolka Park on Sun Nov 11th. Yes, you will do the pre match team talk, send the team out for action, make substitutions and sit alongside Pat Scully on the bench for this game.
For the Latest info on bids click here
There are some late special items in addition to the squad shirts, we have Pat Scully's clipboard and also Amy Waters top for auction. The clipboard will be signed by Pat and come with some well edited gameplan notes from some of this seasons matches included.
Auction ends Saturday 2pm sharp.
Click here for full details. The bids table will be updated on Saturday at 11am / 12pm / 1pm / 1.15pm / 1.30pm / 1.45pm / 1.55pm and that's it. Full table will be available within 15 mins or so of the close. The shirts will be presented this Sunday at the Player of the Year Awards. Winning bidders should email through to say if they can attend or not.

Latest Result - Rovers 0 Waterford Utd. 0

09 Nov 2007. The Hoops finished the season with this tense scoreless draw against a Waterford Utd. side battling for their Premier life. On a blustery night in Tolka there was lots of effort but not much in the way of goalmouth action although the last ten minutes proved to be exciting as a solitary goal could have saved or ended Waterfords battle against relegation. Click here for a report

Rovers v Waterford Utd, Tolka Park, Fri 9th Nov 7.45pm - TEAM NEWS

08 Nov 2007. Shamrock Rovers go into their final Premier Division game with several fitness doubts and a growing list of sidelined players. Striker Tadhg Purcell has joined the long-term injured trio of Aidan Price, Padraig Amond and John Martin, while there are doubts about the fitness of five other squad members. "Tadhg has a groin problem that requires an operation so he won't be back until pre-season 2008," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. "And we have several other immediate worries. "Owen Doyle (foot), Andy Myler (ankle), Robbie Creevy (ankle), Ger Rowe (ankle), David Cassidy (hamstring) are all doubtful. Hopefully some of them will be fit enough to play." Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

FAI offers life-saving training to clubs including Rovers

07 Nov 2007. Staff at eircom League of Ireland clubs including Shamrock Rovers, are to be trained in Basic Life Support techniques and the use of Automatic External Defibrillators (AED) under a Football Association of Ireland initiative announced today, Tuesday 6th November. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Sunday is Family Day at Rovers

07 Nov 2007. Sundays Charity friendly game at Tolka is Rovers' Family Day. Kids go free and there will be fun and games for all with face-painters and goodie bags at the ground along with opportunity to meet the Rovers players and get photos and autographs. In addition to the Super Hoops on the day there is a chance to meet with Irish boxers Bernard Dunne and Michael Carruth who will make their Rovers’ debuts, as will RTE TV personalities Brian Ormond and Aidan Power. More info on the game and how to support this worthy cause is through this link click here and also here and for some promo pictures here.

Robert Goggins, Programme Editor, Retires

05 Nov 2007. This season end also marks the end of the road for long standing programme editor Robert Goggins. Robert has edited the programme for the last 12 years and has been extremely dedicated to the task and is largely responsible for Rovers consistently having one of the best programmes in the league. We thank Robert for his time and wholehearted effort and are glad to say that he will remain available to assist with content and advice to a new editor in 2008.

Rovers play Charity Match for Tallaght Hospital - Tolka Park, Sunday 3pm

05 Nov 2007. Luas operator Veolia Transport has organised a charity football game and raffle in aid of the National Children's Hospital in Tallaght, with Luas drivers taking on a Shamrock Rovers XI at Tolka Park on Sunday, November 11th kick off 3pm. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release. Click here to view promo pics for this event.

Dog Night Cancelled

05 Nov 2007. The proposed night at the dogs in Harold's Cross next Monday has been cancelled. This is due to poor tickets sales. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. Any tickets purchased for the night should be returned to the club for a full reimbursement

U21s Go Out

04 Nov 2007. Rovers Under 21s went down to a very strong UCD side today at the AUL losing 1-0 in the Quarter Finals of the 2007 League. UCD scored with a long range shot in the second half in what was a fairly tight game.

Stephen Rice Signs For Rovers

03 Nov 2007. Shamrock Rovers FC is delighted to announce the signing of 23 year old midfielder Stephen Rice for the 2008 season. Stephen signs from Bohemians and has agreed a two year contract with the Hoops. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Three Hoops in Ireland U23 Squad

03 Nov 2007. Barry Murphy, Ger O'Brien and Ger Rowe have been selected by manager Pat Fenlon for the Ireland under 23 squad. The first match is Weds Nov 13th v Slovakia at Dalymount Park. Click here for more details.

U21s League Quarter Final v UCD - Sunday 2pm

03 Nov 2007. The U21s will play UCD in the quarter final this Sunday Nov 4th at the AUL complex with a 2pm kick off. These two squads ended up clear winners of their respective Leinster A and B tables so a cracking game is in store. Appeal to all Hoops to come and support the team.

Latest Result - Derry City 1 Rovers 1

02 Nov 2007. A fine performance by the Hoops earned them a point at the Brandywell tonight. Dave Cassidys fine strike from Purcells pass put the Hoops one up after 28 minutes but McHugh volleyed home an equaliser from McGlynns cross on 54 minutes. Ciaran Kilduff almost won it for Rovers with 14 minutes to go in a one on one encounter with Jennings but the Derry 'keeper saved with his feet.

Player of The Year Awards 2007 - Sunday 8pm in Break For The Border

02 Nov 2007. The Player of the Year awards will take place in Break for the Border, 2 Johnstons Place, Lr Stephens Street, Dublin 2 this Sunday Nov 11th. Doors open at 8pm and there is a late bar. Tickets are €20 available at the door includes a meal. Presentations commence at 9pm sharp.

Derry City v Rovers, Friday Nov 2nd 7.45pm, The Brandywell

31 Oct 2007. Shamrock Rovers will be without several first-team players for Friday's trip to the Brandywell to face Derry City. As well as the long-term injured trio of Aidan Price, Padraig Amond and John Martin, Ger Rowe and Paul Shiels are both suspended, while Eric McGill and Alan Reynolds are also sidelined. "Ger would've been out anyway as he went over his ankle," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. "Eric McGill has a rib problem while Alan Reynolds is suffering from a very bad virus." Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Latest Result - Rovers 0 Sligo Rovers 0

27 Oct 2007. The battle of the Rovers ended all square in what was a poor game overall. There was plenty of effort but few goal scoring opportunities. The point ensures that the Hoops will finish at least fifth in the league.
Click here for a Match Report

v Sligo Rovers, Tolka Park Sat Oct 27th 8pm: Team News

26 Oct 2007. The Hoops' list of injured remains static with John Martin (abductor), as well as long-term casualties Aidan Price and Padraig Amond all unavailable. Barry Ferguson, Ger O'Brien and David Cassidy are all back from suspension, while Eric McGill misses out following last week's sending-off against Saint Patrick's Athletic. "Ger Rowe has been suffering from flu but should be okay," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "And the bad news for Tadhg Purcell is that he needs an operation at the end of the season. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Eric McGill Interview

24 Oct 2007. A very important event occurs on Tuesday next. The date, October 16th, is one everyone should make a note of. Why so? Well apart from the beginning of the judicial review hearing that date is also Eric McGill’s birthday and he will be twenty years of age. So, in twelve months time the invitations for the twenty-first will be dropping in to the letterboxes! Click here to read the full interview.

New '08 Season Away Kit Launch Sat 27th October

20 Oct 2007. The club will launch the new '08 season black away strip at next Saturdays home game v Sligo Rovers. The new shirts will be available at the merchandise stall in Tolka next week priced at €55 for adult sizes.

Latest Result - St Pats 5 Rovers 0

19 Oct 2007. A disasterous night for the Hoops as they conceded five without reply and ended up with ten men after Eric McGill was sent off in the 67th minute. Rovers were two down at the break but fell apart in the second period.
Click here for a Report

U21s win 2-1.

19 Oct 2007. The Hoops progressed to the quarter finals of the National U21 League by beating Waterford 2-1. Ciaran Kilduff after 5 minutes and Robbie McCreevy in the second half were the scorers. Next up is UCD or Dundalk next Sunday in the AUL Complex in Clonshaugh. Kick off tbc.

v St Pats, Fri Oct 19th Richmond Park, 7.45pm; Team News

18 Oct 2007. The Hoops' list of injured remains static with John Martin (abductor), as well as long-term casualties Aidan Price and Padraig Amond all unavailable. Barry Ferguson's suspension continues and he's joined by banned pair Ger O'Brien and David Cassidy, who must also sit out the game against Saint Patrick's Athletic. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Tallaght Stadium - High Court

16 Oct 2007. The Judicial Review is scheduled to take place in the High Court today and tomorrow. News will be posted here.
UPDATE 17th Oct: The case was opened yesterday afternoon with the counsel for Thomas Davis GAA Club presenting its case. This mornings session opened with a continuation of the GAA case. This afternoon will see the case for SDCC and Shamrock Rovers FC being heard.
UPDATE 17th Oct, 5pm: All parties in the case have now been heard. The case runs into Thursday mornings session where each SC will have the opportunity to present closing statements and replies to what has taken place in days one and two. Today closed with what was a very well delivered and strong case by SC Maurice Collins on behalf of Shamrock Rovers FC.
UPDATE 18th Oct, 2pm: Judge O'Neill heard the response from Counsel for Thomas Davis and any associated comments from Counsels for SDCC and SRFC this morning. The Judge reserved judgement and has now taken the time to consider the case. The timelines from here are not known - it is dependant on the case load of the Judge.

U21s final group game today v Bohs (won 4-1)

13 Oct 2007. Having already qualified for the National knock out stage, the U21s played their last group phase game today v Bohemian FC. 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. Next up is the draw for the knock out stages. These matches will start at the end of October with the final due to be played w/e 18th November.

October Monthly Lotto - Numbers 6 - 28 - 33

13 Oct 2007. The draw took place at half time in the match v Drogheda united at Tolka Park. Numbers draw were 6, 28 & 33. There was no jackpot winner (€3,500). Next months jackpot will be €4,000, the draw for this will take place at the final home game v Waterford United in Tolka on Fri Nov 9th. Tickets are €5 and are on sale at the club office and at match v Sligo Rvs on Oct 27th and before half time v Waterford. Full results in lotto section, click here

Latest Result - Rovers 0 Drogheda Utd. 2

12 Oct 2007. A disappointing night for the Hoops as a goal in each half by Eamon Zayed was enough to give the league leaders the points. Rovers struggled to get a hold on the game and never seriously threatened the visitors goal.
Click here for a Report...

Rovers' Race Night - Harold's Cross Nov 12th - EVENT CANCELLED

11 Oct 2007. The club will host an end of season Race Night at Harold's Cross Greyhound Stadium. It will also act as a well earned end of season get together for all supporters, players and management. The date for your diary is Monday Nov 12th. Click here for more details. Click here to download a promotional poster to publicise the event. Tickets will be on sale at this Saturdays match. There is also a Buster draw on the night itself, again tickets are on sale priced €10 this weekend - Prize €1,000.

Rovers v Drogheda United - live on RTE2

11 Oct 2007. The league game on October 12th will be screened live on RTE TV. With the potential of a healthy contingent of German fans over for the international at Croke Park the following day, a big attendance is anticipated in a vital game for both clubs. If you are interested in sponsonship around this big match night and with exposure to 150,000+ TV viewers and a large match crowd, just get in touch with the club to discuss our various sponsorship offers. Click here for more details. Ph 01 4605948 or click here for full contact/email details.
We would like to thank The Star newspaper for their match sponsorship and also to Nivea For Men for their shirt sponsorship on matchday.

Rovers v Drogheda Utd, Fri 12th Oct, Tolka Park 19.55; Team News

11 Oct 2007. Shamrock Rovers are without Barry Ferguson (suspended) and the injured
John Martin (abductor), as well as long-term casualties Aidan Price and Padraig Amond. "Barry Murphy and Paul Shiels return after serving their automatic one-match suspensions, but the bad news is that John Martin is out for weeks," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. "Although we're missing a few players we will be looking for a win against Drogheda United to turn things around after the disappointing results of the last few weeks." Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Greetings to Fans from Germany

11 Oct 2007. "Herzlich Willkommen" an alle deutschen Fussball-Fans, die Dublin an diesem Wochenende besuchen. Wir hoffen, dass Sie eine tolle Zeit bei uns haben und wuerden uns sehr freuen, Sie am Freitagabend bei unserem Heimspiel im Tolka Park-Stadion begruessen zu duerfen! Anpfiff: 19.55 Uhr.
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Rovers Merchandise Shop - Specials this Friday

11 Oct 2007. Check out the club shop at Tolka this Friday for some new items in our ever expanding range. The A2 sized We Are Rovers posters are reduced to only €1 and tracksuits have been reduced by €10. Location as always is behind the goal at the Drumcondra end.

Online Petition for Bray Firefighters

07 Oct 2007. The club recently received an email from Brendan Ward from the action committee wishing to thank the Rovers fans at the Bray game who signed the petition for upgrading the North Wicklow fire service following the deaths of the two local fire fighters Mark O'Shaughnessy and Brian Murray. You can visit the online petition website here.

U21s Win 5-0

06 Oct 2007. Rovers U21 side recorded another big win, this time a 5-0 victory against Shelbourne with the goals coming from Ciaran Kilduff (2 including 1 pen), Dane Massey (2) & Robbie Creevy. Having already qualified for the National knock-out stages and toping their group, the young Hoops will see out the last of their group games next Saturday at the AUL against Bohemians. Kick off 12 noon.

Latest Result - Cork City 1 Rovers 0

06 Oct 2007. The Hoops went down to a first half Denis Behan goal on Leeside tonight. 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. Click Here for a Report

Cork City v Rovers, Fri Oct 5th; Team News

04 Oct 2007. 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. Danny O'Connor returns after serving his one-match suspension, while goalkeeping coach Stephen O'Brien makes a return to Pat Scully's squad for the trip to Leeside. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Latest Result - Bray Wanderers 3 Rovers 0

02 Oct 2007. A disasterous night for the Hoops as they were reduced to nine men after the controversial sending off of goalkeeper Barry Murphy in the 34th minute and just 4 minutes later the dismissal of midfielder Paul Shiels. The Hoops battled well in the second period but eventually conceded three goals.
Click here for a Match Report

Bray Wanderers v Rovers Tues 2nd Oct; Team News

01 Oct 2007. The four-day postponement of the game against Bray Wanderers has eased
the recent injury crisis at Shamrock Rovers but several regulars are still missing. The Hoops will be without the suspended Danny O'Connor, Padraig Amond, Dean Lawrence � as well as skipper Aidan Price, who recently lost his battle for fitness. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Shamrock Rovers Schoolboys AGM

01 Oct 2007. This years AGM will take place on 24th October in the Firhouse Community Centre at 8pm. We encourage everyone parents, managers and coaches etc to attend.

U21s League: Rovers 2-0 Dublin University

29 Sep 2007. Rovers under 21s beat Dublin University 2-0 today at the AUL. A Glenn Walsh early goal on 4 minutes and Ciaran Kilduff just before half time on 41 minutes were the goal scorers. Rovers have now won the Leinster A section with two games v Shels & Bohs remaining. These games take place at the AUL with 12 noon kick offs on Sat Oct 6th & 13th respectively.

Bray v Rovers - POSTPONED

27 Sep 2007. Tomorrow night’s game against Bray Wanderers at the Carlisle Grounds has been postponed until next Tuesday, October 2nd, due to the removals and funerals of Brian Murray and Mark O'Shaugnessy, the two firemen tragically killed in Bray on Wednesday. The kick-off remains at 7.45pm.
Everyone at Shamrock Rovers extends their deepest sympathies to the familes of the deceased.

Bray Wanderers v Rovers Fri 28th Sept; Team News

27 Sep 2007. Padraig Amond, Dean Lawrence, Barry Ferguson and Barry Murphy are all either out or doubtful, while earlier in the week captain Aidan Price lost his battle for fitness. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Quiz Night Results

26 Sep 2007. The quiz proved to be a challenging but fun night for all � and a profitable one for the Hoops. A turnout of 20 teams, three winners who donated their winnings to the club, and a raffle for a signed Shamrock Rovers’ jersey, brought the total raised on the night for the club to €1,665. Well done all.
The winners were: 1st, Martin Moore’s team; 2nd, Jason Maloney’s team; 3rd, Table 4.� Everyone at Shamrock Rovers applauds the wonderful generosity shown by the prize winners.
Thanks also to those who helped organise and run the event: Buzz O’Neill, Justin Mason, John Byrne, Karen Clare, Ciaran Byrne, Martin Keating, Michael � Brolch�in and The Star newspaper for their sponsorship.

Members Newsletter This Week

25 Sep 2007. Members will receive a Sept newsletter by post this week. For whatever reason, if you have not received yours by Monday Oct 1st please contact the club office.

U21s League: Rovers 2-1 Crumlin United

22 Sep 2007. Rovers under 21 side beat Crumlin Utd for the second time in two weeks in a home league game played at the AUL complex this afternoon. The scoreline was 2-1 to the Hoops with goals from Davie O'Connor and Eoin Doyle in the first half. Other good news from the game was that Aidan Price returned to action playing for 55 mins. The 21s have now qualified for the National knock out phase with 3 games to spare. The first of these remaining fixtures is home to Dublin University at the AUL on Saturday 29th Sept at noon.

Ireland v Germany Corporate Matchday Package only €350

20 Sep 2007. If you or your company would like to enjoy the Ireland v Germany match at Croke Park why not check out our special matchday corporate package, click here for full details.

Launch of FIFA 08 game

20 Sep 2007. The eircom League of Ireland is to feature on the new FIFA '08 computer game by EA Sports. The launch event is next Tuesday in the city centre from 6-8.30pm. Many people from the football world (including many of the leading players from the eircom League of Ireland Premier division) will be present. The venue will be kitted out with pods, screens, consoles and the EA HD lounge will feature FIFA 08 on their screens. We have the opportunity to invite 4 Rovers fans to attend and get to trial the new game. If you are a gamer and would like to be considered email marklynch@shamrockrovers.ie before Sunday Sept 23rd.

Football Quiz Night - TONIGHT (Tues Sept 25th)

20 Sep 2007. The club is holding a Football Quiz Night in the Purty Kitchen in Temple Bar on Tuesday Sept 25th. Tables of four people cost €50 and we urge all supporters to spread the word to try and fill the venue. The night starts at 8pm. For entries please call John on 087 7681408 or email byrnejoh@gmail.com. We would like to thank The Star newspaper for their sponsorship of the 1st prize.
Please help the club promote the quiz by printing out our promo poster to display in your local shop or workplace. Click here to view the poster. Note that the poster is over 1meg and may take a few seconds to download.

U21s League: Rovers 3-1 Crumlin United

18 Sep 2007. The 21's won 3-1 in Crumlin last Saturday. Goals by Ciar�n Kilfuff (2) and
Stephen Nolan. Next up is the return fixture against Crumlin United this Saturday in AUL Complex at 12.00pm. A win here would confirm Rovers qualification to the National knock-out stage. Click here to see pics from the game.

Latest Result - Bohemians 0 Rovers 2

17 Sep 2007. The Hoops moved to within 5 points of leaders Drogheda with a hard fought win over Dublin rivals Bohemians. An early Danny O'Connor goal set Rovers up nicely but they had to survive an onslaught from the home side before half-time. Purcells fine goal from O'Briens cross in the second half coupled with a determined performance all round ensured a sweet victory. The bad news on the night however saw Barry Murphy go off injured at half-time following a heavy challenge from McGuinness.
Match Report here - Match Pictures here

German Promo Poster for Drogheda Game

16 Sep 2007. A German promotional poster for our next home game v Drogheda United is now available for download. As this game is the night before the Ireland Germany game Rovers are hoping to attract many German fans to Tolka for the Rovers game. Please help the club promote the game by printing out to the poster to display in your local shop or workplace. Click here to view the poster. Note that the poster is over 1meg and may take a few seconds to download.

Latest Result - Rovers 4 Galway Utd. 0

14 Sep 2007. Andy Myler's second hat-trick in three games finished off a fairly comfortable victory for the Hoops with Padraig Amond also scoring to round off a fine performance. Myler's opening goal just before half-time was the tonic Rovers needed after a lacklustre opening half. Match Report here

Weekly Lotto Draw - One More Draw - at tonights match

14 Sep 2007. Following discussions with the regular lotto sellers it has been agreed that the weekly lotto will have its Final draw at the home game v Galway Utd on Fri Sept 14th in Tolka Park. The jackpot is €3,900 and if there is no matching 3 numbers ticket, we will draw a ticket at random from the drum of all entries on the night to win the jackpot! If you're not in, you can't win. Tickets costing €2 are on sale at the club and at the lotto stand on the night.
NUMBERS 1-11-19, WINNER - MAY GILLIGAN .... CONGRATULATIONS!

Rovers v Galway Utd, Tolka Park, Friday Sept 14th 8pm: Team News

13 Sep 2007. Both Alan Reynolds and Eric McGill are suspended, while there are doubts about the fitness and availibility of Tadhg Purcell and Ger O'Brien. Long-term casualty Aidan Price remains sidelined. "With Alan and Eric unavailable, we're hopeful that everyone else will be fit," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "We won't make a call on the squad until just before the game.
"There is good news about Aidan Price. He's back running now, but it's still very much a case of taking it a week at a time and hoping that he keeps making progress. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Quiz Night Cancelled

12 Sep 2007. The Quiz planned for Thursday 13th Sept has been postponed. The funeral of supporter Alan 'Nipper' Nolan takes place at this time. A later date will be announced.

Promo Poster for Galway game

11 Sep 2007. A promotional poster for this weekends Galway United game is now available for download. Please help the club promote the game by printing out to the poster to display in your local shop or workplace. Click here to download the pdf poster. Note that the poster is over 700K and may take a few seconds to download.

Alan Nolan RIP

11 Sep 2007. Shamrock Rovers FC is deeply saddened at the death of supporter Alan 'Nipper' Nolan. Alan died in tragic circumstances last Saturday and will be missed by his many friends at the club. Our condolences go to Alan's family and friends at this point. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Rovers v Drogheda United to be screened live on RTE2

08 Sep 2007. The league game on October 12th will be screened live on RTE TV. With the potential of a healthy contingent of German fans over for the international at Croke Park the following day, a big attendance is anticipated in a vital game for both clubs. If you are interested in sponsonship around this big match night and with exposure to 150,000+ TV viewers and a large match crowd, just get in touch with the club to discuss our various sponsorship offers. Ph 01 4605948 or click Click here for full contact/email details.
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Rovers v Drogheda United to be screened live on RTE2

U21s v Dundalk - Kick off time change ... now 11am Sunday 9th

08 Sep 2007. Top of the table Rovers U21s play 2nd placed Dundalk in a league game at the AUL on Sunday with a revised 11am kick off.
RESULT - Rovers won 1-0 with a Chris Mulhall first half goal.

Re-fixed match v Bohemians UPDATED 11-09-07

05 Sep 2007. The away game v Bohs, which was originally due to take place Friday 7th Sept has been rescheduled to take place at Dalymount Park on Monday September 17th 7.45pm k/o.

LSL Teams Website Launched

04 Sep 2007. Check out the SRFC Leinster Senior League teams new website - click here. Congrats to Stuart O'Connor for his efforts in getting it together.

Supporters behaviour on matchdays

03 Sep 2007. The club has recently answered a number of eircom league match delegate reports to the FAI Disciplinary Board. The broad contents of these is what we would like to share with the Rovers fanbase in this note.
In the first instance, it has been pointed out and noted that the matchday experience at Rovers' home games this season has improved dramatically with only minor issues occurring. We must all continue to work on this and to cut out idiotic behaviour such as throwing plastic bottles on to the playing surface - this is not tolerated by any club member, never mind the Board. Thus far, these incidents have cost the club nearly €2,000 and this is not money we can afford to pay over needlessly. This should be invested in our squad and club structures. As we have noted, the vast majority of our fanbase understands this and is working, as one, to eradicate any senseless anti-social behaviour at the club.
One other point that has recently caused come consternation amongst some supporters is the post match delay at leaving Dalymount Park when Rovers fans are requested by the Gardai to remain for 10 minutes after the final whistle. We have spoken with the Garda superintendent on this matter and we must accept that the exit onto the laneway behind the Jodi stand does not make for a speedy clearance of the stand with 2,000+ people in it. This small exit point does necessitate a ten minute wait and we ask for all supporters to bear this in mind for future visits to Dalymount. A similar 'stay back' was put in place at our home games v St Pats and Bohemians recently and the away supporters observed the ten minute period as they should.
In closing, and on behalf of the Board representing the members of this great club, can we say that as a collective we have lifted the club from unthinkable lows two years ago and on and off the pitch and put ourselves into a position of high regard with many, if not all, stakeholders in football and the organisation of matchdays i.e. FAI, Gardai, Referees and other clubs - we intend to keep this reputation and build on it.
SRFC Board

U21s next match v Dundalk - CHANGE OF DATE

03 Sep 2007. Next up is a 1st v's 2nd in the league when Rovers play Dundalk at the AUL on Sunday (was Sat), Sept 9th with a 12 noon kick off. All support is welcome.

Match Programmes Auction Fri 7th Sept

03 Sep 2007. On Friday 7th Sept, Kealy's Golfing Society are hosting an BBQ in Kealy's of Cloghran. All proceeds will go to Cloghran Historical Society. Part of the night is an auction of items which will include Man Utd v Rovers programmes from 1957 and 1964. Programmes are available for inspection in Kealy's, for info contact Myles Reilly, Chairman Cloghran Historical Society on 087 2427785

U21s win in Mullingar

03 Sep 2007. The Under 21s recorded a good win over Mullingar Town on Saturday with a 4-0 scoreline. A Ciaran Kilduff hat trick and one from Chris Mulhall did the damage for the Hoops in a game that they completely dominated. The lads top their league table with 19 points three ahead of the second placed team and also have a game in hand.

Latest Result - Rovers 0 Longford Town 1

31 Aug 2007. The Hoops were stunned tonight when a 92nd minute goal from ex-Hoop Dave Mooney gave all three points to a committed Longford side. Rovers only threatened in the closing minutes with Kelly making two fine stops from Myler and Cassidy.
Match Report here

Under 21s away to Mullingar Town

31 Aug 2007. The young Hoops return to league action this weekend when they play in Dalton Park, Mullingar on Saturday. The lads will be hoping for a good performance against Mullingar Town and hopefully three points to consolidate their position at the top of the league. Kick off is at 2pm.

Rovers v Longford Town, Friday Aug 31st, Tolka Park; Team News

30 Aug 2007. Shamrock Rovers have several injury worries ahead of tomorrow night's Premier Division game against Longford Town at Tolka Park (KO 8pm). Barry Ferguson is back after a one-match suspension, long-term casualty Aidan Price remains sidelined, and six other players are receiving treatment. Ger O'Brien, John Martin, Eric McGill, Tadhg Purcell, Padraig Amond and Ger Rowe are all doubtful � but Hoops' boss Pat Scully remains optimistic. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Myler makes the Top 20

30 Aug 2007. Following his fantastic hat-trick last Friday v UCD, Andy Myler has made the top 20 list of league goal scorers of all time. Now with 126 career goals to his name Andy enters the list at joint 19th .... alongside the legendary Paddy Coad. Let's see Andy add a few more and get closer to other ex Hoops on the list including Mick Leech and Stephen Geoghegan. Full story is on the eircom league website click here.

Bohs Match Postponed

30 Aug 2007. Rovers away match v Bohemians on Sept 7th has been postponed due to U21 International call ups for two Bohemians players. Game to be re-fixed, likely to be in October.

Monthly Lotto Ticket Returns

29 Aug 2007. Could all monthly lotto ticket holders please return them in time for next Mondays September monthly draw. The lotto stand at the match on Friday will take any returns that you have and will, of course, also be selling tickets.

Club Lotto

27 Aug 2007. The final club weekly lotto will be held on Monday September 3rd. From then on we will be holding only the monthly lotto. The club needs your support for the monthly draw with €5 tickets available at the office or on matchdays at the lotto stand. The Monthly draw takes place on the first Monday of each month. Existing Annual weekly subscriptions will be switched to the monthly draw with whatever credit is left in each account e.g. €30 credit = 6 x monthly entries.

Ollie Byrne RIP

27 Aug 2007. Shamrock Rovers FC express its condolences to the family of Ollie Byrne at his recent passing. Ollie and Shelbourne FC have been a good friend to Shamrock Rovers particularly in the recent years and we acknowledge the support given to us. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

U21s out of the Cup

27 Aug 2007. Rovers U21s went out of the Enda McGuill Cup after extra time in the quarter final match v Galway Utd yesterday. Dave O'Connor scored for the Hoops but the team went down 2-1 to a strong Galway team.

Latest Result - UCD 2 Rovers 4

24 Aug 2007. Despite conceding a goal after just 48 seconds, the Hoops battled back to narrow the gap at the top of the table with Andy Myler grabbing himself a second half hat-trick after Tadhg Purcell had equalised with a penalty in the first period.
Click here for a Report

Jim Byrne RIP

23 Aug 2007. Jim Byrne from Islandbridge who had supported Rovers for over 60 years passed away on Tuesday. Jim who celebrated his 81st birthday recently used to cycle around Dublin to the Rovers games on his bike and he converted his son-in-law Gerry Wade & Conan Wade to becoming lifelong Hoops fans when he brought them to matches at Milltown. Deepest sympathy and condolences from all the Shamrock Rovers FC to the Byrne family. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

UCD v Rovers, Belfield Fri 24th August 7.45pm: Team News

23 Aug 2007. Barry Ferguson is suspended for one game, and although captain Aidan Price remains sidelined for the near future there is good news about his broken metatarsal. "Aidan could be back as early as next month," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "He's been on a course of antibiotics that's helped to speed up the healing process. He could be back in training in about 3-4 weeks' time and subsequently play in the final month of the season. It's great to see that his toe is finally improving. Eric McGill has a slight problem with his hip so we'll have to make a call on whether to play him. Padraig Amond has a creak in his neck but should be okay." Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Hoops beat Bohs in U21 Cup

22 Aug 2007. Rovers dumped Bohs out of the Enda McGuill Under21 Cup last night with two first half goals from Ciaran Kilduff. Rovers now face Galway United away this Sunday in Terryland at 3pm in the Qtr Final.

U21s in Cup second round v Bohemians tonight

21 Aug 2007. Rovers U21s are home to Bohs in the Enda McGuill Cup 2nd Round this eve at the AUL complex. Kick off is at 6.45pm. The winners will be away to Galway Utd this weekend in the Quarter Final.

Rovers U21s draw with Drogheda United today

18 Aug 2007. After their trip to Austria in the UEFA Futsal Cup the U21s played Drogheda United in the league today at the AUL. Drogheda were the only team to take any points off the Hoops in their six league games to date and gained a point today as they held Rovers to a 1-1 draw. Rovers equalised through Padraig Amond. For a full listing of U21 fixtures click here

Rovers U21s in UEFA Futsal Cup - Results

14 Aug 2007. Results from this weeks UEFA Futsal tournament in Vienna are as follows:
Sunday, 12th Aug 20:30 FC Yerevan 3 - 2 Shamrock Rovers
Monday, 13th Aug 20:30 Stella Rossa Vienna 5 - 1 Shamrock Rovers
Wednesday, 15 Aug 18:30 Fair City Santos 3- 6 Shamrock Rovers
For all tournament info and match reports click here.

Latest Result - Waterford Utd. 0 Rovers 2

11 Aug 2007. The Hoops gave the perfect response to the midweek Cup exit with a brace of goals from Andy Myler to secure the points and second place in the Eircom League. Rovers had to withstand a lot of pressure in the second period from the home side but the Hoops defence came out on top.
Click here for a Report

Patrick Doyle RIP

10 Aug 2007. Patrick Doyle, father of Rovers supporters Tony and Martin, passed away today. Patrick was a Rovers fan from the 30's and brought Tony and Martin up in the Hooped tradition. Deepest sympathy and condolences from all the Shamrock Rovers FC to the Doyle family. Removal to Dominic St Church on Monday at 5pm, burial in Glasnevin after morning mass on Tuesday. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Waterford United v Rovers 10th Aug: Team News

09 Aug 2007. Skipper Aidan Price is the only player sidelined, and a broken metatarsal keeps him out of the Hoops Squad for the foreseeable future. "Both Derek Pender and Ger O'Brien have slight injuries from Tuesday's game and should be okay," says Hoops boss Pat Scully. "Other than that and Aidan's injury, we're fine. "Given that we've suffered a lot of injuries throughout the season, it's good to have almost everyone fit and available." Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Club Lotto - Tonight 7.30pm club offices

08 Aug 2007. Would all please ensure returns of completed monthly and weekly lotto cards to the office by 7.30 pm this evening.

Latest Result - Bohemians 1 Rovers 0

07 Aug 2007. A disappointing night for the Hoops as they crashed out of the eircom League Cup semi-final to a second-half Glen Crowe goal. Rovers only got on top in the game in the final 15 minutes despite the home side being reduced to 10 men in the opening 20 minutes. Attendance was 2,800.Click here for a Report

Under 21s play in Ringsend Charity match

07 Aug 2007. The under 21s played a charity match in aid of Crumlin Childrens Hospital in Ringsend Park on Monday last. The opposition was made up of a section of Ringsend/Pearse St area junior teams. Rovers ran out 7-1 winners. A selection of pics can be viewed here.

Bohs v Rovers League Cup Semi Final - Team News

07 Aug 2007. Long-term casualties Paul Shiels and Aidan Price remain sidelined, as does reserve goalkeeper/goalkeeping coach Stephen O'Brien. Dave Tyrrell, who missed the Derry City game due to a bruised toe, is also out, while Alan Reynolds and John Martin are both cup-tied and are unavailable for selection. "Ger O'Brien has a back problem, while Derek Pender and Tadhg Purcell both got knocks against Derry City, but all three should make it," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release

Under 21 Update: Rovers 2 - 1 Dundalk

07 Aug 2007. Rovers U21s beat Dundalk 2-1 on Sunday afternoon with Hoops goals from Ciaran Kilduff on 11 mins and a Ross Moran free kick on 25. Dundalk scored from the penalty spot on 70 mins as Rovers finished the game with ten men.

Bohs v Rovers - League Cup Semi Final, Tuesday 7th Aug

05 Aug 2007. It will be cash at stiles for the match at Dalymount next Tuesday. Kick off is 7.45pm and we would advise Rovers fans to arrive early as there is likely to be some level of congestion with a big Rovers crowd expected. The club has been allocated the Connaught St side of the ground. Admission is €15 Adults, €10 Students and €5 Children/Senior Citizens. The match will finish on the night with extra time and penalties if necessary.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 Derry City 1

04 Aug 2007. The Hoops had enough chances to win this pulsating encounter but had to settle for a point after Mylers header cancelled out Derrys opener. The visitors were reduced to 10 men on the hour in a physical game on a wet evening in Tolka Park.
Click here for a Match Report

Rovers v Derry City; Matchday Arrangements

03 Aug 2007. Rovers supporters will have access to sections A & B of the Main Stand, the Drumcondra end Stand and the Riverside. Standing behind the goal at the Drumcondra end or at the front of the Min Stand is strictly prohibited.
Derry City supporters should enter via the Ballybough end of the Main Stand. Kick off tomorrow is at 8pm.

Rovers v Derry City, Saturday 4th Aug; Team News

03 Aug 2007. Long-term casualties Paul Shiels and Aidan Price remain sidelined, as does reserve goalkeeper/goalkeeping coach Stephen O'Brien. Dave Tyrrell (bruised toe) and John Martin (hamstring) will both miss the Derry City game. Click here to visit the press center for the full press release.

Shamrock Rovers meeting with South Dublin County Council

03 Aug 2007. A delegation from the club met with senior managers at SDCC earlier this week. The meeting was requested by SRFC to request the council to consider a proposal which would enable a prompt re-start to the Stadium in Tallaght. The meeting went well with the council hearing at first hand the Rovers' points of view on the stadium and related issues. The hour long meeting closed to allow the council manager consult his legal officers on the proposal for further opinion. We would expect to meet with the council again shortly.

Tallaght Stadium Court Update

03 Aug 2007. The case was given a scheduled two day High Court hearing to commence on October 16th 2007. On these days the Court will review the procedures that were followed within the Council in granting approval to construction of the Stadium in Tallaght as per their decision to accept the proposal of the council manager on 13th February 2006. This case has been taken by Thomas Davis GAA Club.

U21s next match away to Dundalk

02 Aug 2007. The under 21 team play Dundalk in a league match this Sunday in Oriel Park at 12 noon. They then fly out to Austria the following Saturday for the UEFA Futsal tournament returning home on Thursday Aug 16th.

Rovers U21s UEFA Futsal Fixtures Released

30 Jul 2007. Fixtures for the UEFA Futsal tournament in Vienna are as follows:
Sunday, 12th Aug 20:30 FC Yerevan vs. Shamrock Rovers
Monday, 13th Aug 20:30 Stella Rossa vs. Shamrock Rovers
Wednesday, 15 Aug 18:30 Fair City Santos vs. Shamrock Rovers

For all tournament info and match by match updates click here.

U21s League match v Dublin University

30 Jul 2007. Rovers U21s play Dublin University in Trinity College tomorrow, Tuesday 31st July, with a 7.30pm kick off in the Under 21 eircom league of Ireland. Note there is no public parking in the college.
UPDATE 01-08-07; Rovers won 2-0 last night with goals from Eoin Doyle and a Ross Moran peno. Paul Shiels played 50 mins. Team now top of group after 5 games.

Latest Result: Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Shamrock Rovers

28 Jul 2007. Sligo Rovers ended the Hoops unbeaten league run with two goals in the final twenty minutes of a competitive match at The Showgrounds last evening. Rovers had chances, notably a Ger Rowe header just into the second half after dominating play in the first 45 mins. The Hoops also had two claims for penalties ruled out by referee Pat Whelan. Click here for the full report.

SRFC Schoolboys Players Required U14s

27 Jul 2007. Shamrock Rovers Under 14 Major team are seeking players for the 2007/08 season. All enquires to the manager, Dave Malone at 086 258 6196 or the Secretary, Helen Doran at 085 711 6879.

Rowe Remains a Rover

26 Jul 2007. Ger Rowe has committed his future to Shamrock Rovers after signing a new contract that keeps him with the Hoops until the end of the 2009 season. "I'm very happy that I've signed a new contract with Rovers," he says. "It shows that the club has faith in me and I intend to repay them as best I can. "A lot of people are beginning to realise that Rovers is the club to play for. The hunger for success is there and it's a very exciting time to be part of this great club." Click here to visit the press center for more details.

Hoops away to Sligo Rovers Fri 27th July; Team News

26 Jul 2007. Long-term casualties Paul Shiels and Aidan Price remain sidelined, as does reserve goalkeeper/goalkeeping coach Stephen O'Brien. "It's the same as it was before last Monday's game against Saint Pat's," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "Everyone's coming through, slowly but surely � which is good." Click here to visit the press center for more details.

Bohemians v Shamrock Rovers (eircom League of Ireland Cup Semi Final)

25 Jul 2007. This fixture has been scheduled for Tuesday, 7th August at Dalymount Park with a kick off time of 7.45p.m.

Rovers Associate Partner Scheme - Peter Murphy at Irish Mortgage Brokers Ltd

25 Jul 2007. The club is happy to support the business of its supporters and members and promote same with the general support base where there is a special offer incentive in place for Rovers fans. One such 'associate partnership' is with club member, Peter Murphy, and his mortgage business - Irish Mortgage Brokers Ltd. In addition to his annual player sponsorship of 'keeper Barry Murphy, Peter is an annual susbcriber to the hoops directory and a regular at Hoops games, home and away. Click here for more details of Irish Mortgage Brokers offer for Rovers fans. For all completed mortgages IMB will also give the club €100. If you would like to become a Rovers Associate Partner just email info@shamrockrovers.ie or call the club office.

Rovers U21s beat Bohs 2-1

25 Jul 2007. The under 21 team beat Bohemians 2-1 in a league match at DCU last evening with the Rovers goals coming from Davie O'Connor and Ciaran Kilduff. Bohs scored a consolation penalty in the last minute in a game dominated by the Hoops. The game also allowed recent signings Alan Reynolds and John Martin get 90 minutes match practice under their belts.

Rovers Propose a Way Forward on Tallaght Stadium

24 Jul 2007. Shamrock Rovers today issued the media with details of proposals that the club feel can pave the way to recommence the development of the Tallaght Stadium. This is a simple proposal to finish the stand and some ancillary works in a way that won’t prejudice the outcome of the High Court proceedings. Click here to visit the press center for more details.

U21s v Bohemians; Tuesday 24th July, DCU at 7pm

24 Jul 2007. Rovers U21s continue their league campaign with an away fixture at Bohemians this evening in DCU, Glasnevin. Kick off is at 7pm. All welcome.

Latest Result: Rovers 0 - 0 St Pats

24 Jul 2007. In a highly competitive top of the table clash, Rovers were unlucky not to score in the first half and also had chances in the second. St Pats came more on top and also had their chances in this game to go top with a winning goal.

Click here for match report.

Midlands Music Festival - ticket auction ...over

24 Jul 2007. Festival which takes place on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th July in Mullingar. The event features acts including Kris Kristofferson, Christy Moore, Glen Campbell, Kila, Steve Earle & The Waterboys to name but a few. The tickets are on valued at €80 each. To bid, just email info@shamrockrovers.ie your bid with your contact number and which day you are bidding for or call the club on 01 4605 948. The auction will close on Monday 23rd July and our winner announced at our match v St Pats at Tolka. Latest highest bids will be posted here. Click here to go to Midlands Music Festival website.
UPDATE 24-07-07: Winning bid - €150 for both days.

Rovers v St Pats, Mon 23rd July, Tolka Park; Team News

23 Jul 2007. Long-term casualties Paul Shiels and Aidan Price remain sidelined, as does Stephen O'Brien, but David Cassidy is back after serving a one-match suspendsion. "It's now down to three, so it's looking a lot better on the injury front," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "Paul Shiels is back training but it'll be a few weeks before he's fit. "The bench has been very strong for the last few games and when Alan Reynolds and John Martin, who are adopting to our training methods, get fully fit we'll be even stronger." Click here to visit the press center for the full release. The pitch passed an inspection at midday today.

Sligo Rovers away - Date changed

20 Jul 2007. To accomodate live TV coverage of the away match v Sligo Rovers next week, the league has moved the match to take place on Friday July 27th at The Showgrounds with a 7.45pm kick off. The match will be broadcast on TG4.

Shamrock Rovers underage teams - Player & Manager vacancies

20 Jul 2007. Shamrock Rovers are seeking a manager for the Under 9b team for 2007/08. Anybody interested please contact Karl Sheridan at 087 689 8841. The club is also seeking additional players for the Under 15 Major team for the coming season. Please contact the secretary, Helen Doran at 085 711 6879

Open Meeting

20 Jul 2007. The club would like to thank all supporters that attended the meeting last evening and hope that the presentation given informed people as to how the club is being run and, along with a Q&A; with Pat Scully, supporters can see that Rovers is an open and inclusive football club driving forward on and off the pitch. A press release will follow with more on the Tallaght Stadium position.

David Tyrrell and John Martin interviews

17 Jul 2007. Recent Hoops signings David Tyrrell and John Martin were both interviewed for the UCD matchday programme. To read the interviews click here.

Rovers 2-0 UCD

17 Jul 2007. Rovers moved to within three points of leaders Drogheda last night with a 2-0 win over UCD. Second half headers from Ger Rowe and Tagdh Purcell won the three points for Rovers. Also Barry Murphy and Eric McGill returned from injury. Click here for a Report

Rovers away to Bohs in League Cup Semi Final

16 Jul 2007. Rovers will play Bohemians at Dalymount Park on August 6th or 7th in the semi final of the eircom League Cup. Derry City host UCD in the other semi. Full story on eircom league site.

Weekly lotto draw - Tuesday July 17th

16 Jul 2007. This weeks lotto draw will take place in the club office on Tuesday at 7.30pm. To view the results click here. Next week, we will hold the weekly club lotto in Tolka at the match v St Pats on Monday. Tickets are on sale on the night at the lotto stand which is located immediatedly after the entrance to the ground. Your support is appreciated.

Rovers v UCD Monday 16th July Tolka Park 8pm: Team News

15 Jul 2007. Long-term casualties Paul Shiels and Aidan Price remain sidelined, but Eric McGill, Barry Murphy and Derek Pender are back in training. David Cassidy is suspended. "Both Barry and Derek have a chance of being involved in the game against UCD, while Eric is building slowly after a long time out," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "We'll be without Stephen O'Brien and Mark Langtry for a couple of weeks, but overall our injury situation is improving, although we'll avoid bringing anyone back too soon." Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

U21s lose 2-0 v Drogheda United

15 Jul 2007. The under 21s went down 2-0 away to Drogheda on Saturday afternoon. Drogheda fielded many first team regulars and enflicted the first defeat on the young Hoops this season. On a brighter note, the game allowed a return to action for the previously injured first team trio of Barry Murphy, Derek Pender and an extended run out for Eric McGill. Next up for the 21s is v Bohemians in DCU, Glasnevin on Tuesday July 24th kick off 7pm.

League Cup Semi Final Draw Monday 16th July @ 12 noon

15 Jul 2007. The draw for the semi-finals of the eircom League of Ireland will take place on Monday, July 16th at 12 noon. The following clubs will be entered into the draw: Shamrock Rovers, UCD, Derry City & Bohemians.

Sponsor A Player Offer - Only 2 Remaining @ €400

12 Jul 2007. The club has a special offer available where you can Sponsor a Player for the second half of the season from the list of players that remain unsponsored. The 2 remaining players available for sponsorship are rising starlets,
Ciaran Kilduff & Mark Langtry.
With this deal costing only €400, you will have your name/company logo listed in each match programme and on the club website. You also receive a signed photo and chosen players shirt at end of the season. Please contact the club office 01 4605 948 for more details or just email info@shamrockrovers.ie. Payments accepted by credit card, cheque or cash.

Purcell Commits To Hoops

12 Jul 2007. Shamrock Rovers' striker Tadhg Purcell has signed a new, two-and-a-half-year contract that secures his future at the club up to the end of the 2009 season. "I'm delighted to have agreed a new contract with Rovers," says the 21-year-old striker. "It's a great club with a super set-up and amazing fans. I'm here to stay. "Pat has looked after me, and so has the club � I'm looking forward to repaying their confidence in me and want to win trophies at Shamrock Rovers." Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

U21s away to Drogheda Utd, Sat 14th July

12 Jul 2007. The U21s play Drogheda United in United Park this Saturday kick off 12 noon. All support for the lads is welcome.

SRFC Open Meeting, DIT Kevin St, this Thursday 19th July

12 Jul 2007. SRFC are holding an open meeting of all supporters in DIT, Kevin St, Main Hall on Thursday the 19th July.
We would urge all supporters to come along to this meeting. The board will be presenting some very important issues regarding the club on and off the pitch and, of course, the latest on Tallaght Stadium. Pat Scully will also be attending the meeting. We will start at 7:30 sharp and conclude around 9:15.

Latest Result - Rovers 2 Waterford Utd. 0

10 Jul 2007. The Hoops left it late to break down a resolute Waterford side who were intent on avoiding defeat but two goals in the last ten minutes moved Rovers into third place in the eircom Premier League. Ger Rowe and a Tadhg Purcell penalty assisted in no small way by Dave Cassidy did the trick. Click here for a Report

Rovers v Waterford Utd, Tolka Park Tues 10th July - Team News

09 Jul 2007. The Hoops are still without long-term casualties Paul Shiels, Eric McGill and captain Aidan Price, while Barry Murphy (back) and Derek Pender (calf) also remain unavailable. Recent signing from Longford Town John Martin is expected to be in the squad, while there are doubts about the fitness of Dean Lawrence and Dave Tyrrell. Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

U21s play Crumlin United Sunday July 8th

08 Jul 2007. The under 21s play in the Enda McGuill League Cup first round on the Astro pitch in Crumlins' Pearse Park today. Kick off is 2pm and entrance is free.UPDATE: Rovers won 1-0 through a first half goal from Ciaran Kilduff.

Latest Result - Longford Town 0 Rovers 3

06 Jul 2007. The Hoops ran out comfortable winners in Flancare Park tonight thanks to superior finishing especially in the second half. The first half was an even affair and the home side would have been disappointed going in a goal down at the break.
Click here for a Report

Padraig Amond in this weeks Nationalist newspaper

06 Jul 2007. Padraig has been recalled by Ireland’s biggest soccer club, Shamrock Rovers, after a productive loan spell with Kildare County. He played his last game with County on Saturday evening and the 19-year old Ballinabranna native says it’s been a productive experience. “I needed first team games and I’m delighted to have been able to do that at Kildare County but it’s all about making the step up to the next level for me now,” he told The Nationalist. Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

Rovers v Longford Town (away) Fri 6th July - Team News

05 Jul 2007. The Hoops are without long-term casualties Paul Shiels, Eric McGill and captain Aidan Price, while Barry Murphy (back) and Derek Pender (calf) also remain unavailable. New signings David Tyrrell (Bray Wanderers) and Alan Reynolds (Waterford United) are in the squad, but there are doubts about the fitness of leading scorer Tadhg Purcell. Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 Athlone Town 0

03 Jul 2007. The Hoops joined UCD, Derry City and Bohemians in the semi-finals of the League Cup courtesy of an 81st minute header from substitute Andy Myler. Athlone battled all the way but the Hoops deserved the win having dominated for most of the game. The draw for the semi-finals will take place on Thursday, July 12th at 12pm. Teams in the draw are Rovers, Bohs, Derry City and UCD.
Click here for a Report

Matchday arrangements v Athlone Town, Tues 3rd July

02 Jul 2007. Please note that as this is a Cup game season tickets are not valid. The Main Stand will be open to all supporters for this game. The use of the Main Stand for low category games is subject to an on-going review by the club to ensure that all health and safety measures are strictly adhered to such that all can enjoy a positive Rovers matchday experience. In this regard the club expects all Rovers supporters to co-operate fully with the stewards in keeping aisles and passageways clear.

UEFA Futsal Cup Draw

02 Jul 2007. Republic of Ireland Futsal champions Shamrock Rovers FC were today drawn in the 2007/8 UEFA Futsal Cup Preliminary Round Group D. This four-team group will be hosted by Stella Rossa Vienna, with a place in the main round Group 2 open to the winner, where they will face former finalists Benfica. FC Politekhnik Yerevan from Armenia are Group D favourites. Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

New signings at Rovers

02 Jul 2007. Shamrock Rovers' boss Pat Scully has made three new signings to strengthen his squad as the Hoops aim to maintain their Premier Division title charge. Midfielders John Martin (from Longford Town), David Tyrrell (Bray Wanderers) and Ross Moran (Cherry Orchard) have joined, while striker Padraig Amond (Kildare County) and goalkeeper John McGuinness (Kilkenny City) are back following loan periods.
"John and David are both experienced players who will add a lot to our squad," says Scully. "Ross is coming from Cherry Orchard and he's a great prospect with an exciting future. Several other clubs were trying to sign him, but the fact that he chose Shamrock Rovers above everyone else says a lot about him and what this club can offer players."
In the other direction, Ian Ryan and Jamie Duffy have both gone out on loan to Longford Town for the rest of the season, while Tommy Barrett has been released. "Ian and Jamie have gone on loan to Longford as part of the deal that brings John Martin to Rovers," Scully explains. "While Tommy was released by mutual consent. "The travelling to and from Limerick took its toll. He's a lovely lad, he did a really good job for us, but in fairness it was very difficult for him and we wish him well."

Rovers v Athlone Town; eircom League Cup Tues 3rd July - Team News

02 Jul 2007. The Hoops are without long-term casualties Paul Shiels, Eric McGill and captain Aidan Price, while Barry Murphy (back) and Derek Pender (calf) also remain unavailable. Danny O'Connor is back from suspension. New signings David Tyrrell (Bray Wanderers) and Ross Moran (Cherry Orchard) are in the squad, as is Padraig Amond, back at the Hoops following a loan period at Kildare County. "We've a few players carrying knocks as a result of the Bohs' game last Friday," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "Tadhg Purcell, Mark Langtry, David Cassidy and Ger Rowe. "We've also signed John Martin from Longford Town and John McGuinness is back from a loan period at Kilkenny City. But as they're both cup-tied they won't feature." Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

U21s v Shelbourne Sat 30th June

30 Jun 2007. The Under 21s played Shels today and won 4-0 with Andrew Hand and Ciaran Kilduff both on target twice. Eric McGill made a short substitute appearance towards the end in his first return from injury. Next up for the U21s is Crumlin United away next Sunday.

Latest Result - Rovers 0 Bohemians 0

29 Jun 2007. Despite a fine second half performance the Hoops were unable to break through the visitors rearguard with Ger Rowe forcing Murphy into a brilliant save. Stephen O'Brien came to the Hoops rescue late on with a fine save from Crowes header.
Click here for a Report

Rovers v Bohemians June 29th - Team News

28 Jun 2007. The Hoops are without long-term casualties Paul Shiels, Eric McGill and captain Aidan Price; Barry Murphy is still recovering from back injury; while Danny O'Connor remains suspended. Derek Pender is also unavailable as he tore a calf muscle during last week's 1-1 against Galway United in Terryland Park. "It's very unfortunate," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "On top of that, Ger Rowe twisted his knee during training this week, so he's doubtful for the game against Bohemians. Every week I ask the medical staff, 'Who's injured this week?'" Click here to visit the press center for the full release. The match is sponsored by South Dublin County Council - many thanks to our good friends in SDCC, Billy Coman and Gerry Fitzgibbon.

Dinner with Rovers

28 Jun 2007. Take a look at our new pre match package for all Dublin based games where you can enjoy a meal with wine in a city centre restauarant, executive transport to the match, admission and a match programme is all included. Cost is only €100 and is an ideal birthday or anniversary treat for any Hooper out there. Click here.

Ringsend Charity Game

27 Jun 2007. The Pride Of Ringsend Supporters Club in conjunction with the Dublin Port Company are holding a SRFC XI v Ringsend / Pearse St X1 charity game and kids mini world cup on Bank Holiday Monday 6th of August in aid of the Crumlin Children's Hospital and the Banda Aceh School Reconstruction Project. For more details click here.

Rovers v Bohs matchday arrangements

25 Jun 2007. Rovers supporters will be have the Drumcondra end New Stand and the Riverside Stand. Cash at turnstiles as per normal. Bohemians supporters to enter via the Ballybough end and will be based in the Ballybough Stand and in the away end of the Main Stand. Tickets will be on sale for this limited Main Stand capacity from Dalymount Park. Bohs tickets will also be on sale from 6.30pm on Friday from a booth at the Ballybough end of Richmond Rd. Stiles will be open from 6.30pm - please come early. The match is sponsored by South Dublin County Council - many thanks to our good friends in SDCC, Billy Coman and Gerry Fitzgibbon.

Death of Larry Palmer

25 Jun 2007. The death has taken place of Larry Palmer who served Shamrock Rovers as a goalkeeper from 1939 to 1946. Larry (90) kept goal for the Hoops during the 1944 and 1945 F.A.I. Cup finals against Shelbourne and Bohemians respectively before an aggregate attendance of 75,000 and was on the winning side on both occasions. He played on a magnificent Rovers team that included Tommy Eglington, Peter Farrell, Charlie Byrne, Mattie Clarke, Davy Cochrane and many more fine players. Larry lived in Drimnagh with his daughter Breda and kept in regular contact with the Hoops. In 1995 he was the subject of a special presentation at the RDS and four years later he was incorporated into the SRFC Hall of Fame at a special ceremony staged at the Red Cow Hotel. Larry will be sadly missed. Removal of the remains is at Our Lady of Good Council, Mourne Road, Monday 25th June at 6.15p.m. Funeral mass Tuesday at 11.00am. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

U21s make a winning start

23 Jun 2007. Dave Campbells U21 side played their first league game of the season today at the AUL. The opposition was Mullingar Town and the result was a massive 9-0 win for the Hoops. Goal scorers were Duffy (4) and 1 each from Kilduff, Vickery, O'Neill, Hand and Nolan.

Help Promote Rovers Home Matches

23 Jun 2007. You can play your part in promoting Rovers home fixtures with our matchday poster available to download via this link. At the bottom of the poster is a white space to fill in the next fixture details. This should be noted like the following example:
Rovers v Bohs, Tolka Park, Fri June 29th, kick off 8pm.
Posters can be displayed where you have permission, in places such as your local shop window notices, noticeboards in workplaces, pubs, colleges, community centres etc.

Latest Result - Galway Utd 1 Rovers 1

22 Jun 2007. A 92nd minute strike from Tadhg Purcell gave the Hoops a deserved point after Galway had taken the lead in the 84th minute through Derek Glynn. Click here for a Report

Website News - Did you know?

22 Jun 2007. This site has had approximately 30,000 visits per month in 2007 from people all over the World. In fact, we have visitors from 78 countries with the United States being the biggest by far. It's great to know that there are people following the Hoops from as far flung places as Vietnam, Egypt, Macedonia, South Africa, Jordan, Bangladesh to New Zealand.
Year to date we have been viewed by c. 75,000 unique users producing 5.5 million hits on the site - that will be approx 1 million every month by the end of June!
Monday and Tuesday are the busiest days and 1pm is the busiest time of the day. The most popular sections are the gallery, the shop and the schoolboys section. 70% of users log in directly with 20% coming from search engines and 10% from links on other sites - the most popular are eircom league site, srfc ultras forum and foot.ie.
That's SRFC on t'internet for you!

Shamrock Rovers Supporters Meeting - July 12th

21 Jun 2007. The club will hold a meeting open to all supporters in Kevin St DIT on Thursday July 12th at 7.30pm. Venue is the main hall in the college. Agenda and more details to follow.

Team News: Rovers away to Galway United, June 22nd

21 Jun 2007. The Hoops are still without long-term injury victims Paul Shiels and Eric McGill, who were recently joined by captain Aidan Price, suffering from a broken metatarsil. Barry Ferguson returns after a one-match ban while Danny O'Connor remains suspended. Ian Ryan and David Cassidy are both doubtful as they are suffering from the vomiting bug. Barry Murphy, following a collision during last Saturday's FAI Ford Cup tie against Sligo Rovers, is out. Match live on TG4 from 7.30pm. Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

U21 Hoops win the Shield

18 Jun 2007. Rovers beat Bray Wanderers 2-0 in tonights Under 21 Shield Final played in the Carlisle Grounds. Goal machine Ciaran Kilduff bagged both goals for Rovers. That makes it two trophies from two competitions for the young Hoops. The U21 League starts this weekend. The Hoops are at home to Mullingar Town at the AUL, kick off 2pm.

Player interviews with Davie O'Connor and Ciaran Kilduff

18 Jun 2007. Read interviews with Davie O'Connor and Ciaran Kilduff from the FAI Cup match programme v Sligo Rovers. Click here to go to the player interviews section.

No serious injury to Barry Murphy

17 Jun 2007. Barry Murphy has been the given the all-clear following a series of medical examinations. "Something showed up on the x-ray last night so he had to have a CAT scan this morning," explains Hoops boss Pat Scully. "But thankfully it's nothing serious. Barry's very sore and stiff, but otherwise he's okay. There's no long-term or serious damage and that's great news. He should be back playing in about three weeks." Click here to visit the press center for the full release.

U21s first 2007 League game; Sat June 22nd v Mullingar

17 Jun 2007. Rovers U21s will compete in Section A of the Leinster Division in this seasons eircom U21 League of Ireland. Dave Campbells side have had a great pre season winning the inaugural Futsal Cup and also progressed to the Shield Final next Monday. The first League game is at home in the AUL v Mullingar Town on Sat June 23rd kick off 2pm. Admission is free and all are welcome.

League Cup Qtr Final - Rovers home to Athlone on Tues 3rd July

17 Jun 2007. Click here to visit the press center for the full Quarter Finals draw.

Court Update 15-06-07

17 Jun 2007. The stadium case has been put in the High Court diary for the third week of July. At that stage, it is likely that the Court will issue a date in October for the review to commence.

Changes to Fixture List

16 Jun 2007. Longford Town v Rovers Friday 6th July 7.45
Rovers v Waterford Utd. Tuesday 10th July 8.00
Rovers v UCD Monday 16th July 8.00 Live on Setanta Sports
Rovers v St Patricks Ath. Monday 23rd July 8.00 Live on Setanta Sports

Latest Result - Rovers 2 Sligo Rovers 3

16 Jun 2007. The Hoops crashed out of the Ford FAI Cup tonight after an eventful game in Tolka Park. The winning goal came after a collision in the Rovers box that led to Barry Murphy being stretchered off after a 13 minute delay. Rovers tried hard to equalise after the restart but the Westerners held on. Click here for a Report

Purcell SWAI Player of Month for May

13 Jun 2007. Congratulations to Rovers’ striker Tadhg Purcell who has been voted player of the Month for May by the Soccer Writers Association of Ireland. Click here to visit the press center for the full story.

Court Update

08 Jun 2007. The case which was due to be back in the High Court today was postponed along with all todays cases and is listed for mention next Friday June 15th.

Player Interviews - Purcell, Cassidy & Perkins

06 Jun 2007. Read how Tadhger feels after a third of the season in the Premier, also the latest from Casso on life at Rovers and U21 keeper John Perkins talks about the season so far. For the latest programme interviews by Paul O'Hehir, Martina Genockey and Robert Goggins click here to go to the player interviews section.

Schoolboys Trials 2007

05 Jun 2007. The Shamrock Rovers Schoolboys 2007 trials take place on Sunday the 1st of July in Tallaght. For full details click here, to print out the promo poster click here. All emails about the trials to schoolboys@shamrockrovers.ie please.

June Lotto Draw - €6,000 Jackpot Won

05 Jun 2007. We have a big winner in this evenings June Monthly Lotto draw. The draw, which is in its third month, came up trumps for Betty Murray. The ticket was sold by member Donal Graham. Congrats to Betty who is now €6,000 richer! Click here for full details of this draw and also tonights weekly lotto numbers draw.

U21s Reach Pre Season Cup Final

04 Jun 2007. With goals from Ciaran Kilduff and David Vickery the Hoops beat Sligo Rovers 2-0 to reach the final of the U21 pre season cup where they will meet Bray Wanderers. Fixture details tbc.

Rovers Youths win the 18 Super League title

03 Jun 2007. Shamrock Rovers youth team today captured the DDSL U18 Super Division league title after a superb 3-0 win against Dundalk. The game was played at Carolan Park in extremely wet and slippery conditions. Scott Doyle opened the goalscoring for the Hoops, Falco Lorenzo added a second and then Stephen Nolan effectively sealed the issue with a third. Congratulations to the team on a brilliant season and to the management team of Stephen Fennell, Keith O'Halloran and Ken Ward. Click here to view pics from the game.

Len Allen RIP

02 Jun 2007. Len Allen, a great Hoop and legendary owner of the White Horse Inn on George's Quay, has passed away after a very long battle against illness that he fought with dignity, bravery and a great sense of humour. The removal mass is at the Star of the Sea church in Sandymount on Monday at 4.30pm. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 Bray Wanderers 0

01 Jun 2007. Rovers squeezed past the challenge of the Seasiders tonight to end a fruitful seven day period in which they collected nine points scoring five goals and conceding none. Click Here for a Report

June Monthly Lotto - Ticket returns

01 Jun 2007. The club would appreciate if all supporters returned their completed June monthly lotto tickets in advance of the draw taking place at the club office next Tuesday June 5th 7.30pm.

Rovers Youths in League title decider

01 Jun 2007. Shamrock Rovers youths are on the verge of a first DDSL U18 Super League title after putting together a remarkable run of wins. Rovers play Dundalk at home this Sunday, kick-off 11am, Carolan Park on Kiltipper Road and all Hoops support is welcome. Click here for more info.

Battle of the Rovers in the Cup

01 Jun 2007. The Hoops have been paired against Sligo Rovers in the FAI Cup second round draw. The game is at Tolka Park on Sat 16th June k/o 7.30pm. Note season tickets are not vaild. The full list of Cup fixtures can be viewed here.

Rovers v Bray Wanderers, Fri 1st June, 8pm; Team News

31 May 2007. Rovers are without long-term injury victims Paul Shiels and Eric McGill, who are joined by Ger O'Brien after he picked up a knock against Cork City. "Ger hurt his ankle on Tuesday and we'd have to regard him as doubtful for the Bray game," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. "Hopefully he can pass fit and play". Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Latest Result - Rovers 2 Cork City 0

29 May 2007.

Another superb win for the Hoops as this time they saw off the challenge of Cork City with a Barry Ferguson header in the first half and a fine Gerard Rowe volley in the second as the Hoops moved ahead of the Leesiders in the league.
Click here for a Match Report

Rovers v Athlone Town, League Cup Qtr Final

29 May 2007. League Cup QF v Athlone Town at Tolka has been fixed for Tuesday July 3rd 8pm kick off. Season tickets not valid.

Taxi For Rovers! .... Taxi drivers admitted free tonight

28 May 2007. How often have you sat in a Dublin taxi and listened to the driver proclaiming himself to be a fan of Shamrock Rovers? It seems to happen all the time. Well, the Hoops have decided to hail the capital's cab drivers to Tuesday's eircom League Premier Division fixture against Cork City at Tolka Park, May 29th, kick off 8pm. Click here to read the press release issued on this initiative with the backing of Taxi Union chief Tommy Gorman. For more details and to download a flier to promote the event click here. UPDATE 30-05-07: Featured on Des Cahill sports show on Radio 1. Click here and go to the Weds 30th May link and go along approx 16 mins in.

Rovers v Cork City, May 28th: Team News

28 May 2007. Once again Rovers are without long-term injury victims Paul Shiels and Eric McGill, and there are doubts about Aidan Price (hamstring), Derek Pender (knee), Ger Rowe (ribs) and Barry Ferguson (knee). Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Latest Result - Drogheda Utd. 0 Rovers 2

25 May 2007. The Hoops took all the points in Drogheda with a resolute performance that saw Tadhg Purcell grab both goals with two fine strikes ably assited by Ger Rowe. Barry Murphy also made some crucial saves for the Hoops. Click here for a Report...

Rovers Team News; away V Drogheda Utd, Fri 25th May

24 May 2007. Once again Rovers are without long-term injury victims Paul Shiels and Eric McGill, while Derek Pender (knee) and skipper Aidan Price (hamstring) are also out. Tommy Barrett (whiplash) is back in contention, while leading scorer Tadhg Purcelll is battling for a starting place in the lineup against Drogheda United. "There's a slight chance Tommy will make it," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "Tadhg should be okay as we rested him during the week after training on Monday. "Aidan has a slight hamstring problem and we can't afford to risk him � it's unfortunate that he's out for the Drogheda game but we'll just get on with it." Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

eircom League Cup Q/F draw

18 May 2007. - ties will be played on 2nd or 3rd of July
Shamrock Rovers v Athlone Town
Cobh Ramblers v Derry City
UCD v Finn Harps
Bohemians v Cork City

Hoops Scene talks to Wayne Colbert and Ger O'Brien

18 May 2007. Catch up with a summary of some articles this week in our award winning matchday programme featuring interviews with Wayne Colbert by Martina Genockey and also with Ger O'Brien by Paul O'Hehir. Click here to visit the interviews section.

Rovers v Waterford - Game abandoned

18 May 2007. After 52 mins with the score at 1-1 the Referee under advice from the Guards abandoned the game on safety concerns due to a floodlight pylon that was swaying under the extremely strong winds that battered Tolka Park. Danny O'Connor had headed Rovers equaliser after an early strike from Waterford's Sullivan. Match Summary here

Give A Pet a Home featuring David McGill

17 May 2007. Hoops midfielder is this months featured celebrity on giveapetahome.ie, a joint initiative of Give a Pet a Home, The DSPCA, Purina Pet Care & 98FM. "Dave is a forward with the Shamrock Rovers in the resurgent Irish Eircom Football League, having joined from the defunct Dublin City FC. A life-long Shamrock Rovers fan, David made some history for himself when he scored the goal in the promotion/relegation play offs that consigned the Hoops to the First Division! Away from the pitch Dave’s other great love are Fletcher and Alli, two Boxer dogs who allow Dave to think that he controls them, but in reality it is quite the opposite!" Click here for the full story.

Rovers v Waterford United; Team News

17 May 2007. Derek Pender (knee) and Tommy Barrett (whiplash) remain sidelined for the Hoops along with long-term injury victims Paul Shiels and Eric McGill. On the plus side, Danny O'Connor returns after a one-game suspension, while both Tadhg Purcelll and Ger Rowe are battling to stake a starting place. "Ger Rowe is still struggling with a rib injury but we're hopeful he can play from the start," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "But it's not so good for Tadhg Purcell. "He's got a groin problem and we'd reckon that he's about 50-50 at this stage � but he's certainly not ruled out and we are optimistic about his chances." Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Hoops Scene wins programme award

16 May 2007. The Irish Football Programme Club have announced that Shamrock Rovers "Hoops Scene" matchday programme has been awarded the First Division programme of the year award for 2006. The awards will be presented at the Irish Football Programme Club's Annual programme Fair which will be held on Sunday May 27th in St Andrews Resource Centre, Pearse Street 10am to 2pm. Congratulations to editor Robert Goggins and all the contributors.

U21 team news

16 May 2007. Rovers have four players selected in the eircom League U21 representative side travelling to a friendly international tournament Scotland next Sunday. Unfortunately Dean Lawrence and Ciaran Kilduff have been pulled from the squad due to first team commitments but we will be represented by Karl Coleman and Glenn Walsh in the travelling party. This is further recognition of the recent achievements for the young Hoops.
In the Pre Season Cup, we play Bray Wanderers at home (Ballyfermot United grounds, Coldcut Rd) in the last group game this Saturday at 12 noon. Rovers have already qualified for the semi-finals and barring a heavy defeat on Saturday coupled with a big St Pats win v Bohs, the Hoops will top the group.

2007 Milk Cup Draw made

15 May 2007. The Rovers U16s have been draw against the famous CA River Plate from Argentina in their first game and South Coast Bayern USA in their second game. The first game is on Monday the 30th July and the second game the following day. More news on this soon.

Latest Result - Derry City 1 Rovers 0

14 May 2007. A Pat McCourt goal in the 13th minute was all that separated the sides but the Hoops will rue missing some good chances especially in the second half. Click here for a Report

Lotto draw on Tuesday

14 May 2007. This weeks lotto draw will take place on Tuesday evening 7.30pm

U12s Win Sean Dunne Cup

14 May 2007. Congratulations to our Under 12b team who enjoyed a magnificent 4-1 win against St. Joseph's Boys to claim the Sean Dunne Cup. The Hoops gave an impressive display of football at the AUL on Saturday having enjoyed a wonderful season. For more schoolboys news click here.

Team News v Derry City Mon May 14th at Brandywell

13 May 2007. LOOKING 'WELL FOR ROVERS
Danny O'Connor is suspended following his red card against Sligo Rovers, but the good news for Rovers is that the injury list is shortening. Long-term injuries keep both Paul Shiels and Eric McGill sidelined, while Tommy Barrett is out for a couple of weeks due to whiplash as a result of a car crash. "A knee problem means Derek Pender is doubtful, and the same goes for Ger Rowe, who has badly bruised ribs," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "Ian Ryan should be okay." Click here to visit the press centre for the full release. The match is live on Setanta Sports.

U21s beat Bohs 3-2 today

12 May 2007. The U21s beat Bohs 3-2 this afternoon in the pre season cup. Hoops goalscorers were Kilduff, Hand and Donegan.

Matchday arrangements away v Derry City Mon 14th May

12 May 2007. If travelling to the game v Derry City on Monday please note that Rovers supporters will be located in Section A of the south end stand and should enter the ground via the Brandwell Rd turnstiles.

Court Update

12 May 2007. Rovers were in the High Court at yesterdays continuation of the judicial review. South Dublin County Council requested an adjournment as Cumann Tomas Daibhis had not provided their trustee's details as they had agreed to do on the judges request at the previous hearing. CTD agreed to the adjournment. The court directed that CTD have to provide these details for the next hearing on June 8th.

Rovers Annual Golf Classic - June 8th

12 May 2007. The clubs' Annual Golf Classic takes place this Friday June 8th in Slade Valley GC (near Saggart). A full day of fun and games is guaranteed with lots of ex Hoops players taking part. This is a four ball with a shotgun start at 2.30pm for all teams. Entry cost is €500. Sponsorship opps for €200. Click here to view or download the information poster.

Latest Result - Drogheda Utd. 0 Rovers 3

08 May 2007. The Hoops eased into the next round of the eircom League Cup against a much depleted home side. Two goals from Andy Myler and one from Dave Cassidy secured the win. Click here for a Report...

U21s next game v Bohs, Sat 19th May, 12 noon k/o

08 May 2007. The U21s play Bohemians in the Pre Season Cup in DCU this Saturday with a 12 noon kick off.

Football in the Community with Mick Leech

05 May 2007. When Mick Leech first pulled on a Shamrock Rovers jersey Tallaght was a village three miles from Walkinstown Cross with practically nothing but green fields in between. That was forty-one years ago. Leech still has a mop of black hair but his playing days are well and truly behind him. These days Tallaght is practically a city and Mick is still lining out for the Shamrock Rovers club, his present role rotates aroundthe club’s Football in the Community scheme, which has been up and running in the Tallaght area since last year.....Click here to visit the interviews section for the full story.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 Sligo Rvs 0

04 May 2007. A dramatic goal from the irrepressible Ger Rowe in the 94th minute gave the Hoops a deserved victory in an overall disappointing game. Rowes winner came after a sustained period of late pressure from the Hoops that paid off handsomely.
Click here for a Report

U21s play Shels Sat 5th May 12.00 ko

04 May 2007. After a win over Pats and a draw against UCD, the young Hoops play Shels in the Group C pre season Cup tomorrow Saturday 5th May in Ballyfermot Utd grounds on Coldcut Rd, Dublin 10 at 3pm. We then play Bohs and Bray. The winners of Group A and B, along with the winners and runners-up of Group C, then go into a knock-out series. The semi-finals will be on June 2nd and the final will be on June 16th. The Under-21 season proper kicks-off on June 23rd. UPDATE: Won 2-0 Goals Stephen Maher & Ciaran Kilduff.

Drogheda League Cup Tickets

04 May 2007. Tickets for Tuesdays eircom League Cup second round away to Drogheda United are on sale at tonights home game v Sligo in Tolka Park. They will be on sale in the Drumcondra (new) Stand 15 minutes prior to kick off and again at half time. Prices are €15 Adults / €8 Students/ €5 OAPs & Children. Any remaining tickets will be sent back to Drogheda for sale on the night.

Team News v Sligo Rovers

03 May 2007. 'Price Boost For Hoops'
Bar long-term victims Paul Shiels and Eric McGill, the injury list at Shamrock Rovers is beginning to shorten. Tadhg Purcell, Ger Rowe and Danny O'Connor are all battling to pass fitness tests ahead of the Sligo Rovers' game, while inspirational skipper Aidan Price is almost back to full fitness. Click here to visit the press centre for the full release

Patrick O'Connell RIP

03 May 2007. Shamrock Rovers FC extend condolences and deepest sympathies to the family of Patrick O'Connell, father of club member Mick O'Connell, who passed away yesterday.

Club Loyalty Cards

30 Apr 2007. For those supporters who are participating in the Club Loyalty Card scheme, please note that there will be a card-stamping facility in operation, beginning at this Friday’s (May 4th) game against Sligo Rovers, at the Club Shop area at the Drumcondra end of Tolka Park

New Matchday Arrangements at Tolka Park

30 Apr 2007. Due to Health and Safety issues, and in order to create a better match experience for all spectators, Shamrock Rovers are introducing new seating arrangements for home games at Tolka Park, beginning with the game against Sligo Rovers on Friday, May 4th.
From this game on, the general body of Shamrock Rovers supporters will be accommodated in the Riverside Stand. The Drumcondra Stand has been designated as a dedicated Shamrock Rovers’ Family Section, while club officials, visiting club officials, patrons and guests will be accommodated in the directors’ area in the middle section of the Main Stand.
Away fans will be accommodated in the Ballybough end of the Main Stand, to the left of the directors’ area.
In bullet point form, the new arrangements are:
- Riverside Stand is for Shamrock Rovers supporters
- Drumcondra Stand is a dedicated SRFC Family Section
- Officials, patrons and guests seated in the Main Stand
- Away fans section in the Main Stand via Ballybough end
Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

U21s away in Pre Season Cup to UCD, Tues May 1st

30 Apr 2007. The 21s get a chance to meet the team they beat only yesterday in the Futsal final, UCD, at Belfield on Tuesday evening with a 7.30pm kick off. UPDATE: Match scoreline 0-0

Rovers win FAI U21 Futsal Tournament in Tallaght

29 Apr 2007. After a comprehensive win over Bohemians in the semi final at the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght, Rovers went on to beat a fancied UCD side 4-2 in the Final and qualify for UEFA Futsal Cup. This was a great team effort and congratulations go to Dave Campbell and the backroom staff and, most importantly, the team who played at such a consistently high level all through the Tournament. Thanks also to George Kelly, Bobby Best and Micheal O'Brolachain for their time today (5 hours!) capturing all todays action on camera and film.
Click here for FAI match report.

Latest Result - St Pats 2 Rovers 1

27 Apr 2007. A late Tadhg Purcell goal set up a frantic finish for the second week running as Rovers battled back from two goals down in an entertaining Dublin derby in Inchicore tonight. Andy Myler had earlier crashed a penalty against the post. Match Report here

Derry City v Rovers fixture changed

27 Apr 2007. Our away match to Derry will now be shown live on Setanta Sports meaning a switch from Fri May 11th to Monday May 14th at the Brandywell. Kick off 8pm.

Schoolboy teams FREE to Rovers home games

27 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers, in conjunction with a2zsoccer.com, are offering all schoolboy clubs the chance to watch our home games for FREE. The initiative will run until the end of the season with a different club chosen prior to each home game played by Rovers.
Each club chosen will recieve: Team passes to the eircom League game, 2 Mentor/Coach�Passes, Shamrock Rover’s goody bags for players, Announcement of team over PA system, Pictures on Rovers website, Pictures on A2Z soccer.com website. Also as a bonus the team that brings the most colour and noise to the game will be entered into a draw with the opportunity to train with some of the�star players from the Rovers team at the end of the season. To register your interest please send an email with your team name, manager's name and contact number to roversgames@a2zsoccer.com

Rovers on RTE TV programmme - Capital D

26 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers' Football In The Community schemes in Tallaght will be featured in this evenings Capital D programme on RTE1 from 7pm. Click here to view the clip on rte.ie. The Rovers piece runs from the start of the programme on 26th April for 6 minutes.

Rovers v St Pats; Team News

26 Apr 2007. Long-term injury victims Paul Shiels and skipper Aidan Price have been joined in the waiting-room by Eric McGill, who won’t be playing again this side of the June Bank Holiday. Meanwhile, Tadhg Purcell, Ger Rowe and Danny O’Connor are all battling to pass fitness tests ahead of the Dublin Derby against Saint Patrick’s Athletic at Richmond. Click here to visit the press centre for the full release

Individual banned from Rovers games

26 Apr 2007. PRESS RELEASE - Issued 25.04.07
Following the highly personal verbal abuse suffered by Simon Webb at the Shamrock Rover-Drogheda United game on April 20th at Tolka Park, Shamrock Rovers conducted an investigation into the incident. After studying CCTV footage and receiving several eye witness accounts, the club's board of directors is satisfied that the perpetrator of the abuse has been identified. As a consequence that individual is banned from future Shamrock Rovers games, both home and away, and with immediate effect. The individual has been informed by telephone and is being issued with written confirmation.

More New Items in Club Online Shop

25 Apr 2007. Click here here for more great new official Rovers merchandise. Replica Glenmalure Road signs and a new Hoops SRFC baseball cap amongst other fantastic items. All recent matchday programmes are available also.

Peter Boylan RIP

24 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers FC extend condolences to the family of Peter Boylan, who played for the Hoops in the 1960's. The removal is at 6pm on Wednesday at the Church of Miraculous Medal, Bird Avenue, Clonskeagh and the funeral mass is on Thursday at 11am.

U21s beat St Pats 3-0

23 Apr 2007. The Under 21 team beat St Patricks Athletic in a pre season Cup tournament at the Postal Grounds in Kiltipper on Sunday. Goals from David Vickery, Ciaran Kilduff and David O'Connor sealed the win.

Apology to Simon Webb (Drogheda United FC)

21 Apr 2007. On behalf of the club's membership and the entire Shamrock Rovers community, we wish to issue a public apology to Simon Webb for the heartless and highly personal verbal abuse he was subjected to from a tiny minority of the attendance at the Shamrock Rovers-Drogheda United game at Tolka Park on April 20. Those responsible should be ashamed of themselves and are certainly not welcome at Shamrock Rovers. An investigation into the incident has begun and those responsible will be dealt with in an appropriate manner.
Shamrock Rovers FC Board of Directors

Latest Result -Rovers 1 Drogheda Utd. 2

20 Apr 2007. Two goals from ex-Hoop Shane Robinson in a five minute period in the second-half left Rovers with a mountain to climb but a spirited fightback almost snatched a dramatic late equaliser. Match Report here

Tommy Barrett and Derek Pender interviews

20 Apr 2007. To read the interviews with Tommy Barrett and Derek Pender from the Drogheda United matchday programme click here.

Tallaght Stadium - High Court today

20 Apr 2007. Mr Justice O Neill today reserved costs of the leave application until the full judicial review hearing. Reserving costs until after the full hearing is common but Thomas Davis argued strenuously for their costs to be awarded against SDCC and Shamrock Rovers FC today. The Justice also made a ruling that all papers had to be filed within three weeks and on May 11th would look to proceed the matter from there.

U21s play St Patricks Athletic, Sunday 3pm

20 Apr 2007. Rovers U21s play St Pats in the Postal Grounds on Kiltipper Rd, Tallaght this Sunday k/o 3pm in a pre season Cup. Note the Futsal semi-final takes place on following Sunday v Bohs in Tallaght Basketball Arena k/o 1.15pm.
The U21s will play their home games this season in Ballyfermot United grounds.

Robbie Kelleher Released By Mutual Consent

19 Apr 2007. Robbie Kelleher has been released from his contract at Shamrock Rovers by mutual consent and with immediate effect. Kelleher, who joined Rovers during the winter break from the now defunct Limerick FC, had been commuting to Dublin from his native Limerick and that took its toll. “He’s as disappointed as we are � and we’re very disappointed,” says Hoops’ boss, Pat Scully. “But the fact was that it proved too difficult for him to match our requirements. “Robbie’s a player of great ability but having to travel up from Limerick for training and to play in games proved too much for him. We respect his decision and obviously wish him well in his future career.”

Rovers Ready for Drogs - Team News

19 Apr 2007. Rovers v Drogheda United, Friday April 20 (Tolka Park, KO 8.00pm)
Following last week’s injury-free draw in Turner’s Cross against Cork City, Shamrock Rovers’ boss is looking forward to having an even stronger side out against Drogheda United. Skipper Aidan Price and long-term casualty Paul Shiels remain out of action but both Danny O’Connor and Andy Myler are in the frame for the Hoops’ game against the Boynesiders.
"I want a really strong performance from the team,” says Scully. “We can play against the top sides, as we proved last Friday in Cork, and if we keep that up we can get three points against Drogheda. Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Padraig Amond - progressing well whilst out on on loan

19 Apr 2007. It's good to see Padraig getting some fine experience and scoring goals at Kildare County. He is certainly making all the right noises in the first division. Always a favourite at Rovers, we look forward to seeing Podge again soon. Click here to see the eircom league write up on our young star.

Help Your Club - Volunteers needed for Drogheda game

19 Apr 2007. We need some more volunteers to assist with matchday duties (e.g. turnstiles) for the game v Drogheda United on Friday. If you can give an hour or so before kick off please contact John Leahy on 087 7988603. Thank you.

Rovers v Cork City, Tolka Park May 29th kick off 8pm

18 Apr 2007. The Rovers mid week home game against Cork City at Tolka in May has been fixed for Tues May 29th k/o 8pm.

New League Table Section Added

16 Apr 2007. See the new league table section of the site with lots of different ways to compare the teams and their results. Ideal for the stato's out there! Click here to go direct to the section.

Lotto Draw tonight 7.30pm as usual

16 Apr 2007. In a change from an earlier notice, tonights lotto draw is at 7.30pm as usual.

Gary Hilliard on Ireland standby

14 Apr 2007. Gary Hilliard has been placed on stand-by for Republic of Ireland U19s for their double header away to Czech Republic on 22nd April. These games form part of the U19s on-going preparation for the qualifying stages of the UEFA European Championships.

Latest Result - Cork City 0 Rovers 0

13 Apr 2007. Rovers put in a good team performance in a fine game of football in front of an attendance of 5,000+ in Turners Cross tonight. Ger Rowe came close for the Hoops in the second half and in the final minutes some goal line clearances from Barry Murphy and Ger O'Brien earned Hoops a deserved draw. Click here for a Report

Pat Scully has high praise for super 'keeper Baz

13 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers boss Pat Scully has said that there are no safer hands in the eircom League of Ireland than those of 'keeper Barry Murphy. Scully told the Irish Daily Mirror that he would not swap Murphy for any other player in the league, saying his goalkeeping abilities, together with his professional attitude and will to win, make him the best 'keeper in the country.
Click here to read what Pat and Barry had to say in todays Irish Daily Mirror.

eircom League Cup match v Drogheda United

13 Apr 2007. The 2nd round fixture has been set - United Park, Drogheda on Tues May 8th with a 7.45pm kick off. Note that the game will be settled on the night with 30 mins extra time and penalties if needed.

Cork City v Rovers, Apr 13th - Team News

12 Apr 2007. The injury list at Shamrock Rovers has shortened again with only skipper Aidan Price and long-term casualty Paul Shiels definetly out of Friday’s game against Cork City. Danny O’Connor and Andy Myler are both back in contention for a return, although Hoops’ boss Pat Scully descibes the duo as being “50-50” while praising the club’s medical team.
Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Rovers Initiatives Featured on the Gerry Ryan show - 2FM

11 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers educational and community initiatives including the new 'skills for success' programme was featured on the the Gerry Ryan show on 2FM on Thursday, April 12th. To listen to the piece just click here choose Thurs Apr 12th and move the dial to approx 2hrs 38 mins to hear Mick Leech and John Kelliher talking with Gerry. To get more information or to purchase the educational CD's, go to SRFC Online Shop click here

Rovers away to Drogheda United in League Cup 2nd Round

10 Apr 2007. Drogheda United and Shamrock Rovers will battle it out for a place in the quarter finals of the eircom League of Ireland Cup after the two clubs were drawn against each other in the second round of the competition today. Date for the tie is to be confirmed but is scheduled for May 7th or 8th.
Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Latest Result - Rovers 1 Dundalk 0

09 Apr 2007. A second half goal from Wayne Colbert was enough to see the Hoops through to the next round of the eircom League Cup after a tough physical battle against the current First Division leaders. Match Report here

Minister ODonoghue on RTE "This Week" radio programme 08-04-07

09 Apr 2007. Click here to go to RTE.ie to listen to what the Minister had to say regarding the Governments commitment to completing the Shamrock Rovers stadium in Tallaght.

Rovers v Dundalk - Mon Apr 9th; SCULLY HOOPS TO BUILD

09 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers face their third game in a week, but have no major injury worries ahead of their Easter Monday League Cup tie against Dundalk at Tolka Park. As for their recent games against Bohemians and Bray Wanderers, the Hoops will be without skipper Aidan Price, Danny O'Connor, Andy Myler and Paul Shiels. "We've a few bumps and bruises," says Hoops' boss, Pat Scully. "As this will be our third game in a week, five or six lads are carrying knocks that are being treated.
Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

21s Win Again In Futsal

08 Apr 2007. Dave Campbells U21 side, minus a number of players on duty in Dallas, beat Drogheda United 4-2 on Saturday to finish the group in second place one point behind UCD. The lads now meet arch rivals Bohemians in the semi final on Sunday, April 29th in Tallaght Basketball Arena. Kick off 13.15. Complimentary tickets will be available from the club.

MILLTOWN20: Rovers Remember 1987 - 2007

07 Apr 2007.
Hoops legends Mick Leech and Pat Byrne at the ceremony to mark
the 20th anniversary of the last game in Milltown on Thursday 12th April.
Picture by AlbertW.
Some other great pics from the night from AlbertW - view here. Also in Irish Daily Mail on Thurs 12th - page 74.
Further background is also featured on eircom league site click here.

Latest Result - Bray Wanderers 0 Rovers 2

06 Apr 2007. A brace of goals from Tadhg Purcell was enough to give the Hoops the perfect Easter present of three points on a sunny evening in Bray. Match Report here.
Click here for the updated league table.

Rovers win in Dallas

06 Apr 2007. The Rovers U18 team played a friendly in Dallas today against the Japanese National Champions, Takigawa Dai-Ni, and beat them 4-1. Andrew Hand, Paul Brady and Jonathan Long were among the scorers. After playing some close games in the group stage v Eintracht Frankfurt and Tigres, the team met one of the best in Brazilians Sao Paulo and lost 6-1. The win today will be a nice filip and reward for the team and management for their considerable efforts.

Date for you diary - SRFC Annual Golf Classic June 8th

06 Apr 2007. The clubs' Annual Golf Classic will take place in Slade Valley GC (near Saggart) on Friday June 8th. A full day of fun and games is guaranteed with lots of ex Hoops players taking part. You don't need to be a great golfer to have a great day, it will be a four ball and teams will cost €500. Click here to download the information poster.

Bray Wanderers v Rovers - Friday April 6

06 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers came through Tuesday's derby without any injuries and Pat Scully has the same squad to choose from for Friday's visit to Bray Wanderers' Carlisle Grounds. The Hoops will again be without skipper Aidan Price, Danny O'Connor, Andy Myler and Paul Shiels, none of whom will be playing first-team football for a while yet. "On the positive side, Dave and Eric McGill are just back and in training, while Ger O'Brien and Tadhg Purcell both got a good 90 minutes on Tuesday against Bohs."
Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Young Hoops go down to Sao Paulo

05 Apr 2007. Tired legs caught up with Shamrock Rovers when they were beaten 6-1 by an impressive Sao Paulo in their third Dallas Cup game in four days. Rovers went 3-0 down in the opening 15 minutes, then further behind to 4-0 before half time before Stephen Nolan got his second goal of the tournament to make it 4-1. Rovers battled hard against a rampant Brazilian side but conceded twice more after the break. "Sao Paulo are a different class and their finishing is class", said Hoops manager Stephen Fennell. "The players got an insight into what the best in the world is. We nearly took Eintracht Frankfurt and Tigres but Sao Paulo are on a different level altogether. To put into perspective, they turned down a bid of £4.5 million for their captain. Their performance was world-class, I am proud of our players, it was our best performance even though we were at the wrong end of the result". Rovers will stay over for a couple of days during which they play a friendly against a Japanese team and possibly another game against an American team.
It's a disappointing end for the lads but no doubt the experience will have learned them a lot and they should be proud to be the first Irish club in this prestigious tournament. Click here for more details.
UPDATE: Sao Paulo went on to beat Real Madrid 4-0 in next round.

IT Tallaght Women's Soccer Scholarships

04 Apr 2007. ITT Dublin is currently developing a Women’s Soccer programme which will commence in September 2007 for the 2007/2008 academic year. There will be an open trial for all interested current Leaving Certificate students which will be held in Pearse Park, Crumlin from 7pm � 9pm on Weds 2nd May. Click here for more details.

Rovers Monthly Lotto - April

03 Apr 2007. The three numbers drawn were 18 / 25 / 30. There was no jackpot winner of the first monthly draw worth €2k. The five runners up winning €100 each are: Paul Mason sold by Justin Mason, John Doran sold by Colm Ward, Sean O'Brien sold by Matt Cooley, Rosemary Hyland sold by Chrus Hyland, Enda Hallahan sold by Bryan Mahon. Next months jackpot is €4,000

Latest Result - Bohemians 2 Rovers 1

03 Apr 2007. Two goals in the last ten minutes denied the Hoops anything from this Dublin derby. Tadhg Purcell gave Rovers a deserved half-time lead but two late lapses in defence proved costly. Match Report here

Rovers on the Radio

03 Apr 2007. See if you can spot some Rovers regulars on the attached clip. This was the FAI eircom league ad from last week promoting our game v Galway United. It ran on most Dublin radio stations. Click here to listen

U18s lose to Tigres of Mexico in Dallas Cup

02 Apr 2007. Shamrock Rovers were unfortunately on the wrong end of a seven goal thriller against Mexican side Tigres at the Dallas Cup today. The Hoops fought back after being 3-0 then 4-1 down only to miss a penalty in the 90th minute. Ciaran Kilduff scored twice while Stephen Nolan got Rovers' other goal. Despite the hard game against Eintracht just 24 hours earlier, the Hoops fought gallantly but playing against the second full-time outfit in a short space of time took its toll on the Dublin side in the end. By all accounts, Rovers gave a tremendous performance and will be more than up to it when they meet Brazilian side Sao Paulo on Wednesday.

Bohs V Rovers April 3rd - Team News

02 Apr 2007. ROVERS PAY PRICE FOR GALWAY WIN
Shamrock Rovers will be without skipper Aidan Price and Danny O'Connor for Tuesday's big Dublin derby against Bohemians at Dalymount Park. "Danny's injury is worse than we first thought and he will be out for a few weeks," says Hoops' boss Pat Scully. "And Aidan Price is going to be out for three weeks. "Aidan probably shouldn't have played against Galway, but with Barry Ferguson suspended and Danny O'Connor unavailable, he put the team first and suffered the consequences. "He was willing to take a gamble by playing last Friday and that just shows the kind of lad he is. We won the game, so the gamble was worth it in terms of the three points. "The other lads who returned from injury all came through the Galway game and are fine for Tuesday. Other than that, we have on-going injury problems with Andy Myler and Paul Shiels." Both Barry Ferguson and David Cassidy are available for selection once again after serving one-game suspensions.
Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Rovers guarantee place in Futsal Final weekend

02 Apr 2007. Despite being without many first teamers who are playing in the Dallas Cup, the Rovers U21 Futsal team beat Dundalk 11-2 to guarantee a place in the semi finals of the tournament. Rovers are in third position.

Dallas Cup: Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0 Shamrock Rovers

02 Apr 2007. A brave performance by a Shamrock Rovers side who gave their all wasn't enough against Eintracht Frankfurt in the opening round of the Dallas Cup. The Hoops went down 1-0 having played in temperatures of 88 degrees. Dean Lawrence, who gave an outstanding display, was Rovers Man of the Match. Rovers face Tigres in their next assignment today.

Player Interviews from Galway Programme

01 Apr 2007. Click here to visit the player interviews page to read interviews with Aidan Price and Danny O'Connor from the Galway programme.

Rovers 1 Galway Utd. 0

30 Mar 2007. A late goal from super sub Ger Rowe gave Rovers all three points in a highly competitive Eircom League game in Tolka Park tonight. Some fine saves from Barry Murphy kept the Tribesmen out especially in a late frantic finish to the game.
Click here for a match report

Response to granting of a judicial review - Press Statement

30 Mar 2007. The High Court Justice O'Neill today granted Thomas Davis GAA club leave for a judicial review of the Council decision of February 13th 2006 to complete the football stadium in Tallaght for Shamrock Rovers. Shamrock Rovers are extremely frustrated by the High Court judgment, as it further delays our first team from joining the rest of the Shamrock Rovers community in Tallaght.
Click here to visit the press centre for the full release.

Rovers v Galway Utd, at Tolka Park, Friday 30th TEAM NEWS

29 Mar 2007. TEAM NEWS: Rovers Fit - and Flying!
As Shamrock Rovers head into a busy period of four games in 11 days, Pat Scully's injury list has shrunk considerably following a football-free fortnight. Ahead of Friday's game against Galway United, the Hoops' boss welcomes several members of his squad back into contention as they strive to continue their good start to the season.
Click here to visit the press centre for the full story.

Fair Play for Shamrock Rovers

28 Mar 2007. From the Irish Times letters page - 28.03.07: FAIR PLAY FOR SHAMROCK ROVERS
Madam, - We were quite dismayed by the tone of Tom Humphries's remarks on Shamrock Rovers and the stalled Tallaght stadium development (Locker Room, March 19th). While complimenting the voluntary community efforts of others, he described Rovers as "a professional soccer club, a commercial enterprise", completely ignoring the fact that it is a not-for-profit, community-based football club owned and run by its members.
While our first team is professional, the rest of the club is almost exclusively run by volunteers, and our schoolboy section caters for hundreds of youngsters across South Dublin. Shamrock Rovers has also established a range of scholarship schemes offering educational opportunities to students at primary, secondary and third level.
Click here to visit the press centre for the full letter.

Bohs v Rovers - U16s free with paying adults promotion

27 Mar 2007. Bohs v Rovers, Tuesday Apr 3rd - all paying adults can bring three U16s in free with special promotional tickets that will be available at our home match v Galway (near the lotto stand) on Friday and the club office on Monday and Tues am.

Shamrock Rovers and the Tallaght Community Stadium

27 Mar 2007. Shamrock Rovers is refuting recent unfounded and unjustifiable comments in the press relating to the club and the Tallaght Community Stadium. "There has been some blatantly untrue and derogatory remarks made about the club and in relation to the Tallaght stadium," says Shamrock Rovers' chairman, Jonathan Roche. "Either there are serious misconceptions out there about our club, or else this is part of a deliberate attempt to portray the club in a bad light at this particular time.
"Shamrock Rovers is a community-based, not-for profit club that is owned and run by its members. In that respect it's much like a GAA club, but we offer even more to the community. On top of the community projects, the club's professional section offers a career curve for young footballers, who can aspire to earning a living from football without having to leave home.
"Shamrock Rovers offers a broad and comprehensive range of opportunities in sport, education and employment to the youth of South Dublin and beyond. It is quite unique."

It was also implied that Shamrock Rovers was incapable of running its own business affairs properly - something the Hoops’ Financial Director, John Lyons is eager to disprove. "Since the fans took over the club in 2005, Shamrock Rovers has been run on sound business principles," he explains. "We pay our wages and taxes in full and on time, and even turned a profit last year. "As we're a not-for-profit members' club, that profit stayed within the club and has contributed to our on-going development as a community-based football club."

Shamrock Rovers also feels that there is no valid justification for making the playing surface of the Tallaght stadium big enough to facilitate senior gaelic games. 'Local GAA clubs in the Tallaght/South Dublin area are already well catered for and have excellent facilities of their own - and good luck to them," says General Manager Noel Byrne. "Both the South Dublin County Council and the government want the stadium completed as it was intended from the outset: as a football ground. We fully support them."

Club Marketing Director Mark Lynch insists that the recent Republic of Ireland internationals at Croke Park showed how impractical it would be to make a football stadium large enough to accommodate gaelic games. "The football pitch looked lost on such a massive surface," he says. "And while the GAA's willingness to temporarily open Croke Park is to be applauded, Tallaght is a completely separate issue. "The structural aspect of the stadium would be fundamentally compromised in order to facilitate senior gaelic games. That is obvious from one glance at the recent Ireland-Wales international in Croke Park. "Shamrock Rovers is pro-GAA, many of our members are also Dubs' fans and GAA club members, but we fail to see how either football or gaelic games would benefit from butchering this facility. “Given that the stadium’s primary purpose has always been to facilitate football, it makes no sense to complete it in a way that would seriously detract from that aim.”
Click here to visit the press centre for the full story.

FAI League Cup match v Dundalk

26 Mar 2007. The FAI League Cup first round game v Dundalk is fixed for Bank Holiday Mon Apr 9th, k/o 5pm @ Tolka Park. Note as per FAI rules, season tickets are not valid for this game.

U18s beaten in Cup Qtr Final

26 Mar 2007. The U18s went out of the U18 FAI Cup at Kiltipper yesterday losing on penalties to Castlebar Celtic. Ahead 3-2 going into the last 5 minutes, a defensive error cost the team a goal to send the game in extra time. No more scores and then it went to penalties. We lost 4-1 on penalties.

Ireland v Wales - historic match, historic programme, historic club profile

22 Mar 2007. Shamrock Rovers FC is delighted to be featured as the eircom FAI League of Ireland Premier division club in this weekends International match programmes v Wales. Content provided by the club and edited by the FAI prog editor will be there for all 40,000 programme readers to see this weekend and reinforces the clubs' position in the game as we consolidate our position as the biggest club in our country. Click here to view the article in full.

Hilliard on standby for Ireland U19s

22 Mar 2007. Rovers own, Gary Hilliard has been asked to be on standby for the Ireland U19 squad travelling to play in a friendly tournament in Portugal April 2nd-8th. Games are against Germany, Portugal and Ukraine.

Court Update

20 Mar 2007. The case finished being heard in the High Court this evening. The Judge reserved his judgement on the matter and will issue his verdict by the end of this court term i.e. before Easter break.

Rovers v Dundalk in League Cup Round 1

20 Mar 2007. The First Round of the 2007 eircom League of Ireland Cup was drawn today, as clubs prepare to battle it out for a possible place in next season’s Setanta Sports Cup. Rovers are drawn at home to Dundalk on Easter Monday, April 9th. Click here to visit the press centre for the full story.

U18s in FAI Youth Cup Qtr Final

20 Mar 2007. Rovers U18s had a comfortable 2-0 victory against Cobh Ramblers on Sunday with goals from Falco Lorenzo and Johnathon Long. Shamrock Rovers Under 18s will now play Castlebar Celtic in the quarter final of the FAI Youth Cup this coming Sunday, 25th March. The teams met at the same stage of the competition last year with the Mayo club squeezing a 1-0 win so Rovers will be looking to reverse the score this time. It's a huge game for the Hoops as they prepare to fly out to the U.S. for the Dallas Cup. Kick off is at 2.30pm at Carolan Park, Kiltipper. All support welcome.

U21s lose narrowly to Bohs

18 Mar 2007. The U21s narrowly lost out 4-3 to a good Bohemians side in the FAI Futsal league today in Tallaght. Rovers goals came from Massey, Langtry and Kilduff. The 2nd last game of the series is on 31st March in IT Blanchardstown at 15.45. Click here for more info.

Latest Result - Rovers 2 Longford Town 0

16 Mar 2007. A brace of goals from new signing Robbie Kelleher, the second a stunning volley, handed Rovers a deserved three points on their opening home game in the Premier League. The visitors cause wasn't helped by the dismissal of two players in the last 12 minutes. Click here for a Match Report......

Court case continues next Tuesday

16 Mar 2007. The court case commenced this morning hearing a number of the affidavits lodged with the courts, the case is being heard by judge O'Neill. The case did not finish today and will continue in the High Court next Tuesday when the Senior Counsel for SRFC, Maurice Collins, will conclude his case on the position of Shamrock Rovers FC.

Rovers V Longford team news

16 Mar 2007. Rowe Woe For Rovers
Striker Ger Rowe is the latest addition to the Shamrock Rovers casualty list as he picked up a hamstring injury during the game against UCD last Friday. But the good news for Hoops' boss Pat Scully is that last season's top scorer, Tadhg Purcell, may be on the verge of a return to first-team action against Longford Town. Click here to visit the press center for the full story.

Season Tickets for Friday

15 Mar 2007. Membership and Season tickets application forms will be available from 6pm on Friday from under the stand at the main officials entrance to Tolka. For season tickets payment must be made on the night, cards will be posted out or collected at the Galway game.

Matchday Volunteers at Rovers

14 Mar 2007. If you can offer some time this season to help with ticketing at the turnstiles then please get in touch with the club through John Leahy on 087 798 8603. We had a great team of volunteers in 2006 season and we would like to reduce the burden on all by sharing the reponsibilities amongst some more club members and supporters.

New style match programme this week

14 Mar 2007. New season, new programme. This Friday will see the launch of the new 40 page B5 sized programme with lots of new features. Priced at €4 it could also be your chance to win Ireland match tickets. Look out for programme sellers on entrance to Tolka this Friday.

U21s next match v Bohs on Sunday

14 Mar 2007. The U21s play Bohemians in the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght this coming Sunday with a 2.30 kick off. The lads have won 3 out of 4 matches so far in the FAI Futsal competition. The game is being recorded for TV&DVD; so bring your colours. Entrance is free.

Thanks to Glenmalure No.1 - Match sponsor v Longford

13 Mar 2007. Thanks to Glenmalure No.1 and its members for their sponsorship of Rovers first home match v Longford Town.

Monthly Lotto Draw - April

13 Mar 2007. Could all supporters with completed lotto tickets for the new monthly draw please return them to the new Lotto stall at Fridays match or alternatively to the club office. The monthly draw will be a very important fundraising source for the club so all your support is vital.

Milltown20 Events Launched

13 Mar 2007. 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. Click here to visit the press centre for the full story.

U21s beaten in Futsal match

12 Mar 2007. The U21s were unlucky to lose their unbeaten record in the FAI Futsal league on Saturday narrowly going down 5-4 to Bray. Click here for match report.

Woodie's aboard as Hoops Launch Initiatives

09 Mar 2007. Ahead of Friday's opening eircom League of Ireland Premier Division game away to UCD, Shamrock Rovers announced new sponsorship, sporting, promotional and educational initiatives. Click here to visit the press center for the full story.

Hoops appoint Club Promotions Officer

09 Mar 2007. Shamrock Rovers’ new Club Promotions Officer has been appointed following a series of interviews with a variety of candidates. Barry Dolan takes up the post with immediate effect. Click here to visit the press center for the full story.

Club Website Relaunched

09 Mar 2007. The club website has been revamped to coincide with the start of the new season. We hope you like the new look. click here to email all feedback and any bugs / issues.

Team news v UCD

08 Mar 2007. Rovers will be without several first-team regulars for their opening league game vs UCD at Belfield Park. Ger O'Brien, Paul Shiels, Tadhg Purcell and Eric McGill are all sidelined through injury and will not feature in the Hoops' squad for Friday's game against the Students.

Win Ireland match tickets at Rovers first home game

06 Mar 2007. We have four sets of tickets to be won (1 adult & 2 children in each set) for the Ireland v Wales match at Croke Park and also 4 sets for the Ireland v Slovakia game this month. Just come along to the match on Friday and you could be a winner. Buy a programme or lotto ticket and look for the Rovers stamp, if you have it you are a winner!

Friendly match win in Kilkenny

03 Mar 2007. Rovers beat Kilkenny City 2-0 this evening with second half goals from Barry Ferguson and Danny O'Connor - their first for their new club.

U21s win in Futsal today

03 Mar 2007. Rovers U21s beat St Pats 8-1 today in the FAI Futsal league. Ciaran Kilduff made another huge contribution with 5 goals today following on from scoring all 7 goals in last weeks win over UCD. This makes it 3 wins from 3 for Dave Campbells young Hoops. Click here for fixture details
Click here for match report.

Away match to Bohs moved to April 3rd

28 Feb 2007. The game between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers originally scheduled for Friday, March 23, at Dalymount Park has been switched to Tuesday, April 3.
The decision was made following a meeting between the two clubs, the FAI and the Gardai earlier today. An FAI spokesman said: “The original fixture was on the night before the Euro 2008 qualifier between Ireland and Wales so it has been moved for operational reasons.”

Shamrock Rovers FC Sponsorship 2007

28 Feb 2007. There are many ways to get involved with Shamrock Rovers. From sponsorship of a match or treat a Young Hoop to be a matchday mascot, from programme advertising and section sponsorship to specially branded corporate season tickets we have it all. Rates start at just €150 and we will build a sponsorship packge to suit both your needs and your budget. To receive full details, click here and we will email you the 2007 Sponsorship brochure.

Final pre-season game this Saturday

27 Feb 2007. Rovers wrap up their pre season friendlies with a match v Kilkenny City in Buckley Park this Saturday at 7.30pm.

Sponsor a Player in 2007

23 Feb 2007. This year we are offering a special package for Player Sponsors. As in previous years, you will get your name/logo listed in each match programme and on the website aswell as a signed photo and players shirt.

But this year you will also get a Special Edition (as worn) Home or Away shirt from the fabulous European winning Rovers team v Odra Wodzislaw from Poland in 2003. This shirt is embroidered with the fixture and date and is a real collectors item.

To see more about this great offer click here.
Strictly first come first served. Price for the season is only €650!
Contact the office on 01 460-5948 or email hereinfo@shamrock rovers to sponsor a Player.

UPDATE 02-02-07: Only 6 players left available for sponsorship: Jamie Duffy, Barry Ferguson, David McGill, Stephen O'Brien, Dave O'Connor and Paul Sheils.

New Club scarf in shop and online

23 Feb 2007. The new Rovers scarf has arrived in the shop and is available for €12 online via this link or pay a visit to the club shop in Centrepoint. Click here for address and directions.

Pat Scully interview - the pre-season

22 Feb 2007. Hoops boss Pat Scully takes a brief pre-season time out to talk to John Byrne about how the pre-season is progressing and the season ahead. All content source: www.shamrockrovers.ie

Click here for the full interview.

Rovers win v Durham City

22 Feb 2007. Rovers travelled to the North East of England for their 5 day training camp yesterday and won their first game 3-1 versus Durham City. Scorers for the Hoops were Myler, Kelleher & Colbert. Pics in gallery

Rovers away in 1st game

20 Feb 2007. The fixture list has just been released this evening and Rovers play UCD in Belfield on Fri 9th March kick off 7.45pm. The first home game in Tolka is v Longford Town on Fri Mar 16th at 8pm..... then it's away to Bohemians! The full Rovers list is posted in our fixtures section. Alternatively click here to download all the 2007 league fixtures.

Rovers to play in Sunderlands' Stadium of Light

19 Feb 2007. Shamrock Rovers will play a Sunderland XI in a friendly game at the Stadium of Light this Sunday, February 25th, with a noon kick-off. Admission is free. See what Sunderland have to say click here

eircom League Presentation to Rovers

19 Feb 2007. The board of the club met with eircom league director, Fran Gavin, in the club offices on Wednesday Feb 14th. Fran presented the club with a cut glass trophy to mark our involvement in the new FAI eircom League of Ireland Premier division 2007.
To view the full sized picture, Click Here

U21 Friendly Sunday 18th Feb

17 Feb 2007. Rovers U21s will play Bray on Sunday at noon in St Laurence College, Loughlinstown. Note the team is involved in the FAI Futsal tournament this weekend as per note below.
18-02-07 UPDATE - RESULT 1-1

Rovers in new FAI Futsal tournament

13 Feb 2007. Shamrock Rovers will take part in the new Futsal tournament launched today by the FAI. Futsal is the Official UEFA and FIFA version of indoor 5 a side football, the high tempo game is played with a size 4 ball which is designed to have a reduced bounce.The consequence of this is that the ball tends to stay close to the floor more often which accelerates the development of skills such as passing, dribbling and close control.
Not only will the league help sharpen the technical skills of the participating players but a prize fund of €10,000 for the winners and a place in the UEFA Futsal Cup (Club Champions) qualifying round should add extra spice to the competition.

Click here for dates, venues fixtures and results

Ireland v Wales & Slovakia in March '07

01 Feb 2007. Shamrock Rovers will host a Corporate function in advance of the two big Internationals at Croke Park in March. Tickets to include a pre match reception with a meal, open bar, programme and the much sought after match ticket are priced at €1,000 for the two games. It will also include a big match preview by our guest speaker and a season ticket for Shamrock Rovers in the 2007 season. For full details click here.

New signings

28 Jan 2007. New signings announced at yesterdays Members AGM were Tommy Barrett and Robbie Kelleher (ex Limerick) and Stephen O'Brien and Barry Ferguson (ex Bohemians). Pat Scully and Barry Murphy are also now on three year contracts at Rovers. More from Pat on the new signings click here.

Rovers Pre Season games

25 Jan 2007. Friendly matches arranged to date are:
10th Feb v Kildare County 3pm Station Rd. RESULT: 3-1 win
13th Feb v Dundalk 7.45pm Oriel Park. RESULT: 1-0 win
17th Feb v Waterford Utd 2pm RSC. RESULT: 0-0
21st-25th Feb Training camp in Sunderland AFC Academy.
Sunderland Academy info click here
21st Feb v Durham City 7.30pm. RESULT: 3-1 win
Durham info click here here
25th Feb v Sunderland XI, Stadium of Light, Sunderland 12.00pm.
Full detailshere

SRFC Members AGM

19 Jan 2007. Members will receive by email and post from today the agenda for our AGM which takes place on Sat 27th Jan in the Edmund Burke Theatre, Trinity College from 11.30-14.00. We encourage all members to attend.
More details including agenda here.
Click here to view a picture from the recent 2007 AGM.

Shamrock Rovers FC Press Release - The price is right at Rovers!

19 Jan 2007. Season Ticket prices at Shamrock Rovers are now confirmed for the 2007 FAI Premier Division campaign. And the good news is - no price increases!
To view the full text of this press release click here.

Condolences to the Sheldon family

17 Jan 2007. Shamrock Rovers FC offer its condolences to the Sheldon family on the passing of Peter, brother of Rovers supporter Stephen. May his soul rest in peace.

SRFC Matchday programme

15 Jan 2007. The programme team are looking for any thoughts and ideas that Rovers supporters may have for consideration in the programme design and content for 2007. All comments welcome; email srfcprogramme@eircom.net with your views.

SRFC TV

11 Jan 2007. The newest feature of the site is a video gallery of Rovers footage from our own SRFC TV. Click here to visit the video clips gallery.

If you have any old Rovers footage we would be delighted to take it and host on the website. Send us in whatever you have and we will return it. Video, DVD, mpeg ....whatever the format, we will convert it and over time develop a new home for Rovers action through the years.

Dallas Cup Race Night

04 Jan 2007. The Rovers Schoolboys section are holding a “NIGHT AT THE RACES” in aid of Shamrock Rovers U18s forthcoming participation in Dallas Cup 2007 on Thursday 1st February 2007 at Shelbourne Park.
Click here to download the promo poster to print out for workplace, local notice board etc. For more details click here.

Hoops draw Brazilians Sao Paulo in Dallas Cup

03 Jan 2007. Details of the first round of fixtures have been announced and Rovers will face Brazilians Sao Paulo FC on Wednesday April 4th 8:00PM at Pizza Hut Park Stadium. Sao Paulo are previous winners of the competition and one of the favourites this year. Click here for more information.

SRFC Lotto

03 Jan 2007. Following discussion with the regular Lotto tickets sellers it was decided to postpone this weeks draw and we will kick off for 2007 next Monday Jan 8th instead.
New sellers are welcome all the time with 50% commission available. Contact the club office for more details.
Remember that you can enter the weekly lotto online ... all details are in the lotto section of this site.

Ed Armstrong RIP

25 Dec 2006. Eddie Armstrong snr passed away today. Ed (pictured far right here with Paddy Moores family) was Rovers through and through and will be missed by many many people at the club. Only two years ago Ed's lifelong contribution to the club was recognised in his receiving of the supporters Special Merit award from his friends at the club. May his soul rest in peace.
Funeral arrangements; He will be brought to "The Church of the Good Shepard" Churchtown at 5 p.m. on Wednesday. The Funeral mass will take place at 11a.m. on Thursday. Further details in the newspapers on 27th Dec. (Irish Times & Evening Herald).

Rovers Scholars at the ITT

19 Dec 2006. Rovers were present at the 2006/07 Sports, Arts and Culture Scholarship presentations by the SDCC Lord Mayor last week. The are eight Rovers players currently on the club Scholarship scheme at Institute of Technology in Tallaght; Eric McGuill, David Vickery, John McGuinness, Glen Walsh, Shane Craney, David O Connor, Ian Ryan and Shane Kelly. More information and a pic of the presentation with Mick Leech also present via the link ITT Scholarships

Shamrock Rovers FC Press Release - Hoops Swoop for O'Connor

17 Dec 2006. Shamrock Rovers have made Longford Town's Danny O'Connor their first signing ahead of next year's FAI eircom League of Ireland Premier Division campaign with a two year deal.
....more

Rovers to play in prestigious Dallas Cup

17 Dec 2006. 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. Rovers will be the first ever Irish club to take part and others teams competing this year include Real Madrid, Chelsea and Brazilians Sao Paulo FC.

Click here for more information.

FAI support Rovers for Tallaght

14 Dec 2006. The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has today fully supported Shamrock Rovers’ position in the on-going saga over the stalled Tallaght Stadium project.

The Association has also pledged financial assistance for the Hoops’ High Court battle involving GAA club Thomas Davis, who are seeking a Judicial Review of the South Dublin County Councils decision last February to proceed with the completion of the Stadium in Tallaght as a football only facility. Today the High Court determined that the hearing of the case would take place on March 16th next, delaying the project by at least a further three months. This will mean that the Stadium construction will have been stalled by this legal case for at least 13 months.

“We want to see Shamrock Rovers playing in the Tallaght Community Stadium � and as soon as possible. We have been working hard behind the scenes with the various stakeholders over the past two years to see Tallaght completed for soccer in the area,” says FAI Chief Executive, John Delaney.

“This week, the Board of the Association pledged significant funds to the club in order to aid them in the most practical manner as they continue to pursue the goal of completion of Tallaght. These funds will be offset against the legal fees Rovers face as the High Court case continues. Obviously, we wish the club every success in this matter.”

Shamrock Rovers’ Chairman, Jonathan Roche, welcomed the FAI’s commitment to the Tallaght Stadium project and its funding of the club’s legal fees.

“To have such full and public support of the FAI behind us means that Irish football is united on this issue,” says Roche. “And that support is most welcome. It’s quite clear that there is a concerted effort to prolong the process as much as possible in order to prevent our senior team joining the rest of the club in Tallaght. But it won’t succeed.”

John Byrne wins SWAI clubs Press Officer award

14 Dec 2006. John Byrne has been awarded by the Soccer Writers Association of Ireland the Press Officer of the year. SRFC is delighted for John and it is great to see his good work receive such recognition.
Pat Scully is shortlisted for the eircom/SWAI Personality of the Year.

Court Update

14 Dec 2006. At the High Court today Judge Quirke set March 16th as the hearing of the Thomas Davis GAA Club appeal for a judicial review.

John Walsh RIP

14 Dec 2006. John Walsh, a keen Rovers fan, has passsed away in London after an illness. All at the club offer their sympathies to the family.

Jamie Duffy on Transfer List

13 Dec 2006. At his own request, Shamrock Rovers’ midfielder Jamie Duffy has been placed on the club’s transfer list. Duffy leaves having secured a 1st Division winners medal in 2006.

Shamrock Rovers are In !

11 Dec 2006. Shamrock Rovers FC were today accepted into the new FAI Premier Division for the 2007 season. John Delaney informed the Rovers delegation of the good news this afternoon in the Citywest Hotel. He also remarked on how well the club has progressed over the past couple of years in particular.

IAG results on Monday

09 Dec 2006. Next Monday SRFC will be present in the Citywest Hotel to hear the determinations of the Independent Assessment Group regarding the clubs' position in next seasons new FAI National League structure. Clubs are being called to hear the outcome from 2.30pm and all will be revealed in a press conference at 4pm.

Court outcome - Davis' unsuccessful

07 Dec 2006. cumann tomas daibhis were unsuccessful in their application to have the leave for Judicial Review adjourned. The case is up for mention next Thursday where a date will be set for the hearing of the leave to apply for Judicial Review.

Thomas Davis make court move

07 Dec 2006. In a surprise move, cumann tomas daibhis are today petitioning the courts (a week ahead of the scheduled court date) for a motion that would significantly delay the completion of Tallaght stadium if successful. Shamrock Rovers will be vigorously opposing this motion.

Shamrock Rovers FC Press Release - Price is Player of the Year

04 Dec 2006. Shamrock Rovers captain Aidan Price was last night announced as the fans Player of the Year at a packed awards ceremony at Break For The Border in Dublin.
Price, who joined the Hoops a year ago from Kilkenny City, beat off stiff competition from Barry Murphy and Tadhg Purcell to lift the coveted Paddy Coad Vase.....more

Player of the Year Awards - a great success

04 Dec 2006.
Ian Ryan is happy to receive his Young player of the Year award

The Shamrock Rovers 2006 Player Of The Year awards took place last night in Break For The Border. Over 300 attended the function and all had a fantastic night with many smiling faces rounding off a great year for the Hoops. Thanks to all who came along and those who helped arrange the evening. The signed Hoops number 12 shirt was auctioned for €1,000 along with a special auction for Aido's shirt . The award winners were as follows:

• Hall of Fame recipient - Robbie Gaffney.
• Special Merit Fans award - Pat Lynch.
• Youths Player of the Year - Keith Lyons.
• Young Player of the Year - Ian Ryan.
• U21s Player(s) of the Year - Padraig Amond & Eric McGill.
• Player of the Year award - Aidan Price.

Click here for the Photos

SRFC Online Shop - 7 Day Sale starts 1st Dec

30 Nov 2006. Starting Dec 1st, for 1 week only, all Rovers Away and 3rd Strip Jerseys, Shorts & Socks are reduced by 10%.
Adult Jerseys normally price at €54.99 are now €49.49.
Kids Jerseys normally price at €44.99 are now €40.49.
These prices are exclusively available online and will end next Friday, 8th December at 12midnight!

To avail of these and other specially priced products click here
Support The Hoops -- Buy Direct

Shamrock Rovers Christmas Toy Appeal

28 Nov 2006. Shamrock Rovers have launched an appeal to all supporters and staff to bring a toy to the Player of the Year Awards this coming Sunday or drop into the club office during the week to help support our Christmas Toy Appeal. All toys will be shared between sick children in Tallaght Hospital and Crumlin Childrens Hospital. Please note on the gift what it is so as we can differentiate between boys & girls toys. Click here to read the full press release.

Court update

24 Nov 2006. Frustratingly the court hearing did not go ahead today due to a shortage of judges. The case is in for mention again on Dec 14th

Tallaght Stadium - High Court Fri 24th Nov

22 Nov 2006. Thomas Davis GAA Clubs application seeking leave for a Judicial Review of the decision taken by SDCC to complete the development of the partially complete Stadium in Tallaght will be heard by the High Court this Friday at 11.00. SRFC successfully applied to become a notice party to the proceedings in June, have filed affidavits and will be represented by our own legal team. The case may run for a number of weeks. Updates will be posted here.

Champions 2006

20 Nov 2006.
Club captain Aidan Price lifts the eircom League 1st Div. trophy in Cobh. More pictures in gallery section

Hilliard on stand-by for Ireland

20 Nov 2006. Rovers talented youth team player Gary Hilliard has been selected on standby for Republic of Ireland u19s v France next month. Gary may be called into the full under19 squad should the squad suffer withdrawals. A full update on all the happenings in the youth team is now available on the schoolboys news page, click here.

Cobh Ramblers 1 Rovers 1

19 Nov 2006. The Hoops clinched the Eircom League 1st Division title in St Colmans Park with a late Tadhg Purcell equaliser after Cambridge had given Ramblers a lead that threatened to scupper the trophy presentation.
Match Report Here

Rovers Open Day

17 Nov 2006. We will be hosting an Open Day for all Rovers fans before the Player of Year awards weekend. Plans are being developed for the Players and Mgmt to tour local schools with the trophy and to host an open day in Tallaght within the next two weeks. More details posted here asap.

Employment Appeals Tribunal

16 Nov 2006. The Club reached a settlement today with ex-manager Roddy Collins who brought a case of unfair dismissal against the Club arising from the termination of his employment during the latter stages of last season. There was no admission of liability on either side. The Board is satisfied with the terms of the settlement and pleased that this matter is now resolved.

1st Division Champions - Merchandise specials

16 Nov 2006. To celebrate this weekend we will have special commerative tops for sale. T-Shirts €15, Polo Shirts €20 and Rain Jackets €25. They will be available in and around Cobh on Saturday afternoon and at the match. We have a limited number of specials with the 1st Division Trophy on one side and the Club crest on the other.

Sponsorship - thanks to Hoops SC / POR / DMF Plastics

16 Nov 2006. The club is delighted with the contributions made in assisting with costs for the Cobh 'operation'.
The Hoops SC have been joined by Pride of Ringsend SC in assisting with sponsorship towards the teams overnight stay in Cobh. Thanks to Dave and the committee at Hoops SC and Justin and the committee at POR for these generous gestures and their great support in 2006.
Earlier this week we heard from Derek Lynch of DMF Plastics Ltd, Greenhills Industrial Estate, D12 who has kindly sponsored the team coach to Cobh.

Thanks to all our sponsors in 2006

Rovers 4 Finn Harps 0 - Champions Elect

10 Nov 2006. There was unconfined joy in Tolka Park tonight as the Hoops second-half performance saw off a game Finn Harps side to take a clear three point lead at the top of the table with a better goal difference to the tune of 17 goals. Barring a sensational set of results next week Rovers will receive the First Division trophy in Cobh.
Match Report Here

Paddy McGuinness RIP

10 Nov 2006. The Club is sad to hear of the passing away of Rovers Fan Paddy McGuinness, 80, from Kilnamanagh.
We offer our deepest sympathies to his Family and Friends.

Rovers fined €1,500

10 Nov 2006. The eircom league has fined Shamrock Rovers €1,500 as a result of two plastic objects being thrown on to the pitch at the Cup semi final v St Pats. SRFC cannot afford to pay such fines and appeals to all members and supporters to assist the club in ensuring such events are not repeated.

Rovers 2 Monaghan Utd. 0

07 Nov 2006. It may not have been convincing but the Hoops took the all important three points tonight thanks to first half goals from McGill and Purcell with assistance from Andy Myler. Monaghan never gave up as the Hoops recent tough schedule started to take its toll.
Match Report Here

Latest Squad Shot

05 Nov 2006. Click here to view the latest squad picture.

U21s go out

04 Nov 2006. Despite putting in a very strong performance, particularly in the first half, the U21s went down 1-0 away to Cork City today in Bishopstown and go out of this years tournament.

Limerick FC 0 Rovers 2

04 Nov 2006. The Hoops collected their second away win in just 4 days thanks to two first half strikes from Andy Myler, the second a fabulous volley from 25 yards. The Hoops moved back to the summit of the League as both of their nearest rivals dropped points.
Match Report Here

Kilkenny City 0 Rovers 1

31 Oct 2006. The Hoops needed just a lone Tadhg Purcell strike to take all three points in Kilkenny tonight. The Cats played the second half with 10 men after Sweetman was sent off for a late tackle on Pender in the 44th minute.
Match Report Here

Shamrock Rovers FC Press Release 30-10-06

30 Oct 2006. Press Release

Pat Scully, manager of Shamrock Rovers, would like to clarify his position following on from the recent fine from the eircom league board of control. Pat spoke honestly in a regular TV appearance on TV3’s eircom league weekly show in August about a state of confusion involving some aspects of the league and its rules.

Pat remains satisfied with his comments but accepts that the fine, as imposed by the league, stands and this will now be paid by the football club. Following a week of self imposed media silence, Pat and his playing staff are available for interview and comment with the media. Shamrock Rovers football club appreciates the understanding and messages of support which members of the media have given.

Club officials have committed to pay the fine and will proceed to pay the eircom league/FAI €2,000.

Shamrock Rovers football club is one of the longest serving clubs in the National league and remains committed to improving standards in Irish football.

Players Shirts Auction.... now on

30 Oct 2006. The now annual auction for players shirts in our 'Win the shirts off their back' fundraiser is now on. Minimum bids €100. We also have 5 signed umbro balls in this years auction. Lots of fun for the bidders so get started by clicking on the link at top right of this page.

Thanks to the Matchday Volunteers

29 Oct 2006. The Board would like to thank everyone that helped in the build up to the match v St Pats at the club. From pre match event management meetings through to stiles duty,matchday programme, shops and refreshments, we appreciate the efforts of the 50 or so people that helped make the night work efficiently and effectively off the pitch. SRFC also thank Whitehall Gardai for their support and assistance throughout.

Rovers 0 St Pats 2

27 Oct 2006.
A gallant display from the Hoops just wasn't enough on the night and the Saints qualified for the final thanks to an opportunist strike from Keegan and a late second goal from Molloy.
Match Report Here with pictures in the Image Gallery

SRFC Shop - New fleeces on sale from Friday

26 Oct 2006. New club fleece tops are available from Friday at our merchandise shop in Tolka and online from Saturday. Sizes M - L - XL - XXL. Price €40

Kilkenny City v Shamrock Rovers

24 Oct 2006. The above eircom League First Division match which was postponed on Saturday last (21st) due to a waterlogged pitch has been provisionally rescheduled for Tuesday week next, 31st October at Buckley Park with a 7.30 pm kick-off time subject to Shamrock Rovers not being involved in an FAI Carlsberg Cup semi-final replay match. In that event, the above fixture will take place on Tuesday, 14th November at Buckley Park with a 7.30 pm kick-off time.

Arbitration verdict - Points deduction stands

23 Oct 2006. The club learned this afternoon that its appeal with the FAI appointed arbitrator has been unsuccessful in having the points deduction overturned.

Rovers make their presentation to IAG

19 Oct 2006. This morning, four of the clubs directors made a presentation on behalf of Shamrock Rovers to the IAG. The IAG will deliberate over the coming 6 weeks on all presentations and plans made by eircom league clubs and, in conjunction with points gained from league tables since 2002, decide who makes the grade for next seasons Premier league. The club is very satisfied with this mornings presentation and the 100+ page 2006-2010 strategy document that was given to the IAG. Members will be presented a summary of the 5 year plan at the next members meeting.

Rovers 2 Athlone Town 0

16 Oct 2006. Rovers moved back to the top of the First Division table on goal difference thanks to first half goals from Andy Myler and Ray Kenny. Athlone battled well in the second half but the Hoops held on comfortably for their third straight win.
Match Report Here with pictures from George Kelly in the Image Gallery

Shamrock Rovers have moved!

15 Oct 2006. In order to provide greater resources to the club’s administrative wing and offer fans a vastly improved service, Shamrock Rovers has relocated to a dedicated, two-storey base that is also close to Tallaght. The new club offices and souvenir shop are now located at : Unit C9, Centrepoint Business Park, Oak Road, Dublin 22. The new telephone number is (01) 460 5948, Fax: (01) 460 4875. The opening hours are 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Weekend shop opening times to be announced.

Visit the directions pages for detailed directions.

Rovers 3 Kildare County 0

13 Oct 2006. The Hoops laid the foundation for this win with two goals from Rowe and McGill in the opening 15 minutes. Ger Rowe finished the scoring in the 74th minute but Ger O'Brien was unfortunately stretchered off in the final minutes of the game.
Match Report Here with pictures by George Kelly in the Image Gallery

Rovers v St Pats cup match tickets

13 Oct 2006. Tickets now on sale. Match all ticket

Prices are: Adults €15, U16s&OAPs; €6. No season tickets or free list.

Rovers allocated Riverside and the Drumcondra (new) stand - Rovers supporters to enter the ground via Drumcondra end stiles. St Pats supporters will be in the Main stand and Ballybough end - Pats supporters to enter via Ballybough end stiles.

Rovers fined €3,000

13 Oct 2006. Shamrock Rovers has been fined by the eircom League disciplinary commission as a result of incidents at the FAI Cup match in Athlone. Pitch incursions and use of flares has caused the club to be fined €3,000 and warned that any further occurrences will result in heavy sanctions against the club.

The board is extremely dismayed by the size of the fine but cannot condone behaviour that clearly breaks commonly-known regulations. The board appeals to all Shamrock Rovers supporters to reflect on such behaviour, appreciate the position in which it can place the club, and consider the financial implications it inevitably creates.

Shamrock Rovers simply cannot afford such fines or the threat of even greater sanctions.

Rovers is your club. Please support it sensibly.

Rovers v St Pats - Mascot opportunity

12 Oct 2006. We are delighted to offer our younger supporters the opportunity to walk out with the team as mascot in the Cup semi. If you would like to sponsor a young family member or friend to be a matchday mascot for the match please contact Thomas on 085 1060857.
There will be 11 mascots (one with each player) and the cost is €150. All mascots receive a Rovers jersey, a Rovers lucky bag, a write up and photo in the programme and two match tickets for the sponsor/parents.
To be captured live on RTE this will prove a fantastic souvenir of a big night for some junior Hoops

UPDATE 13-10-06: 11 MASCOTS NOW SIGNED UP - thank you

Shamrock Rovers v Monaghan United - fixture change

12 Oct 2006. The above fixture, originally scheduled for Friday, 27th October, has been postponed due to Shamrock Rovers’ involvement in the FAI Carlsberg Cup semi-finals and has been rearranged for Tuesday, 7th November at Tolka Park with a kick-off time of 8pm.

Rovers v St Pats in FAI Cup Semi Final

09 Oct 2006. The draw for the semi-finals of the FAI Carlsberg Cup was made today. The Hoops will face St Pats at home in the semi final. Sligo Rovers play Derry City in the other semi. Our match is fixed for Friday Oct 27th at Tolka and will be live on RTE TV.

Rovers 3 Limerick FC 1

09 Oct 2006. The Hoops earned a vital three points with three first half goals. The dismissal of visiting 'keeper O'Neill for handball outside the box and goals from McGill, Myler and Rowe gave the Shannonsiders a mountain to climb in the second half.
Match Report Here with Pictures by George Kelly

€4000 Lotto Winner!

09 Oct 2006. Congratulations to Shannon O'Grady who is the first jackpot winner in the Hoops Lotto after her numbers of 3, 8 and 30 came up. Shannon wins the €4000 jackpot. The ticket was sold by the Glenmalure No.1 supporters club. Well done Shannon.

Galway Utd. 1 Rovers 0

07 Oct 2006. Hesitancy in the Hoops defence deep into first half stoppage time allowed O'Brien to strike what turned out to be the winner for the home side. The Hoops had a lot of possession in the second half but never seriously threatened the home goal.
Match Report Here....with pictures by Bobby Best in the Image Gallery

Deepest Sympathies

04 Oct 2006. The club offers its deepest sympathies to the Cannon and Gaffney families on the passing of Larry Cannon and Ida Gaffney. May they rest in peace.

Cyprus Tickets

03 Oct 2006. The Club has two tickets for the Cyprus match on Saturday 7th October. Contact the Club Office on (01) 7093620 if you would like to purchase them. This is 1st come 1st served.

Ireland v Czech Rep. Corporate Package

02 Oct 2006. Shamrock Rovers are offering a very attractive Corporate package for the upcoming European Championship qualifier against the Czech Republic.

click here for details....

U21s beat Bray

02 Oct 2006. The U21s beat Bray Wanderers 2-1 away on Sunday 1st October with goals from Andy Myler and Ciaran Kilduff.

Show Racism The Red Card

01 Oct 2006. Shamrock Rovers FC are proud to be associated with and support the "Show Racism the Red Card" campaign. Click here for more info.

Athlone Town 1 Rovers 2

30 Sep 2006. Rovers dramatically took their place in the semi-final of the Carlsberg FAI Cup scoring twice in the last 6 minutes through Rowe and Clarke. The Hoops had trailed from Sheridans header in the 38th minute on a wet night in the midlands.
Match Report here.... with pictures in the Image Gallery

New jersey goes on sale

29 Sep 2006. Shamrock Rovers new 3rd strip will be on sale from this evening - exclusively at our online shop. Don't worry if you cannot get yours online as they will be on sale at the new club shop next week. More details will be posted here as they become available..... and for all you supporters who have been trying to figure out what colour the shirt is ....... we can now reveal the new shirt is White!! (and mighty fine it looks too)
The action starts online at 7pm this evening.

Ireland International tickets

26 Sep 2006. The club has commenced a list for supporters wishing to buy tickets for Ireland v Czech Republic at Lansdowne Rd Oct 11th. Applications by phone or email. Tickets limited. Ph; 01 7093620

Dundalk 1 Rovers 1

21 Sep 2006. A fantastic Chris Breen strike twelve minutes from time gave Rovers a precious point after Marney had opened the scoring for the home side in the first half. There was a gale force wind blowing throughout the game and a floodlight failure held the game up for 30 mins.

Match Report Here with pictures in the Image Gallery.

Scully says Hoops ready to roll

21 Sep 2006. Shamrock Rovers' boss Pat Scully has a warning for the rest of the First Division: ''You haven't seen the best of this side yet.''

Thursday's clash with second-placed Dundalk at Oriel Park is a big one, but Rovers are determined to put more daylight between themselves and their closest challengers.

''We're happy with the steady progress we've been making this season but there's no point in making too many claims. The best approach is to do our talking on the pitch.

To view the full text of this press release click here.

Rovers Legends Night 2006

18 Sep 2006. Pictures by Bobby Best from the fantastic Rovers Legends Night now available in the Image Gallery.

Rovers 1 Cobh Ramblers 0

15 Sep 2006. The Hoops regained top spot of the 1st Division thanks to a late hotly contested penalty converted by Ger Rowe. It was a frustrating night for Rovers as they struggled to break down a resolute Cobh defence.

Match Report Here with pictures by George Kelly

Points Deduction Appeal Dismissed

14 Sep 2006. Despite the quite bizarre and completely unprecedented set of circumstances surrounding the Paul Shiels suspension case, the appeal by Shamrock Rovers against a three-point deduction has been summarily dismissed by the FAI Appeal Board.
The board of Shamrock Rovers is extremely disappointed with the decision which it feels ignored the complexities of the situation and the compelling mitigation produced at the appeal. The appeal decision as handed down today states;
"Appeal Dismissed. Shamrock Rovers did play a suspended player (Paul Shiels) against Dundalk on the 23/07/06 and as per rule the Board of Control were correct in deducting 3 points".
The club is considering its options.

Finn Harps 0 Rovers 1

12 Sep 2006. A Padraig Amond strike in the 59th minute earned the Hoops a fine three points in Donegal tonight. The home side had to play the last fifteen minutes with only ten men.

Press Release : Shamrock Rovers Legends 2006 Announced

10 Sep 2006. Shamrock Rovers today announced the list of the club's 2006 Legends, ahead of the Legends awards ball at the Burlington Hotel on Saturday, September 16. Following the huge success of last year's inaugural black tie event - established to honour the many great Rovers players and teams - five more Legends are being inducted. In 2005, Frank O'Neill, Jim McLaughlin, Paddy Coad, Mick Leech and Liam Tuohy became the first recipents - and this year's quintet is equally impressive.

Click here to read the full press release. Note that some tickets are still available, details here.

Rovers 1 Limerick FC 1

10 Sep 2006. The Hoops had to settle for a point in a frustrating game against a strong Limerick side. Ger Rowe netted for Rovers in the 65th minute after the Shannonsiders had taken the lead 5 minutes earlier.
Match Report Here

FAI Carlsberg Cup Qtr Final Draw 06-09-06

06 Sep 2006. Shamrock Rovers will play Athlone Town away. Date and time tbc but will take place in last weekend of September. The complete draw is

• Sligo Rovers v Killester United
• Athlone Town v Shamrock Rovers
• Derry City v UCD
• St Pat's Ath v Longford Town

Monaghan United 2-2 Rovers

03 Sep 2006. Rovers drew 2-2 with Monaghan away on Friday. Rovers went down to ten men when Andy Myler was sent off in the first half but Mark O'Brien opening the scoring minutes later. Then Monaghan equalised in the second half but Rovers again took the lead when Anto Flood fired home. However Monaghan bounced back and equalised again minutes later...Match Report here

Legends Night Suit Hire Offers

03 Sep 2006. Have you sorted your suit hire for the legends night? Here are details of two great offers.

1. Fairbrother Dress Hire for all supporters going to the Legends event on Sept 16th. Tom is the owner and will look after all Hoops fans with a Suit, Shirt, Bow Tie and Cuff Links for the night for a special rate of €55. The address is 188 Crumlin Road (just down from the Iveagh Grounds) and phone 01-473-0312.

2. Bond Bros Formalwear for Men, 8 Willowfield Park, Goatstown, Dublin 14 (behind Victor Motors on Clonskeagh Rd). Offer to Rovers fans for full Black Tie hire package for €56. Phone 01 - 2967744.

We suggest you book soon to avoid disappointment.

Bohemian FC 0-2 Rovers

03 Sep 2006. Dave Cassidy may have been the villain on Friday in Tolka but tonight he took the plaudits with two goals that secured the Hoops passage into the FAI Cup Quarter-finals. Barry Murphys second-half penalty save and Gerard Rowes tireless running also contributed to this sweet victory.... Match Report here

The Quarter-final draw for this year’s FAI Carlsberg Cup will take place in the Portmarnock Hotel on Wednesday 6th September.

SRFC Mobile 11-08-06

23 Aug 2006. Shamrock Rovers has today launched a new text service with regular content straight from the club to your mobile. Also available are mobile screen downloads featuring the 2006 Squad in Home kit and Away kit, and also the Official club crest. Texts cost 30 cents and downloads cost €2.50.
Text HOOPS to 53503 to subscribe to the text service.
Downloads text ROVERS1 to 57500 for the official club crest
Further information is on the link - click here.

Limited Edition SRFC Polo Shirts

23 Aug 2006. Please note that we have a top quality Kartel polo shirt embroidered with the Centenary crest on one side and a year from 1901-2001 on the other (with trophies won in that year also listed). There is only one for each year so you will have a real “one-off”. They cost €40 each and can be ordered from the shop or by phoning the club office on 01-709-3620.

You can view the remaining years by clicking here.

Legends Ball 2006 Update

23 Aug 2006. All fans please note that tickets are selling very well and many tables are booked. An updated list of the remaining tables can be seen by clicking on the legends ball link at the top of the page.

New Lotto Agents Poster

23 Aug 2006. The new Shamrock Rovers Lotto Agents A4 promotional poster is now available for download. Shamrock Rovers FC would ask all fans to download and printout the poster and put it up on the notice board in your local shop or workplace to help support the weekly club lotto. Please note this file is 230K, so may take a minute to download on a dailup line but should download quickly on a broadband line.

Click here to download the poster.

Eircom League Points Deduction

23 Aug 2006. Shamrock Rovers FC await formal notification from the eircom league of the three point deduction that they gave to the club at an eircom league management meeting yesterday.

Shamrock Rovers are very unhappy with the inconsistency shown by the league with this decision and also the procedures followed in the case. Shamrock Rovers will lodge an appeal to the decision and pursue this with vigour.