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Eircom Leagues News :: Shamrock Rovers v Sligo Rovers game moved to Tolka Park on Saturday

Posted on 2009-07-16 by Gooner

The FAI expressed its disappointment at the unavailability of the Tallaght Stadium for Saturday evenings League of Ireland match between Shamrock Rovers and Sligo Rovers.

The FAI grants permission for all friendly fixtures on the clear understanding that there would be no effect on the playing of scheduled League of Ireland fixtures, all parties including South Dublin County Council were aware of that.

South Dublin County Council have for health and safety reasons refused Shamrock Rovers the use of the stadium.

After several meetings between the parties involved, the FAI offered full assurances to provide all required personnel to address these concerns to allow this game to proceed as scheduled however South Dublin County Council has insisted that the stadium will remain closed.

Speaking today, Fran Gavin, League of Ireland Director said, "We are disappointed that this game will not go ahead in Tallaght.

As a result, the game has now been rescheduled for Saturday evening at Tolka Park at 7pm."

Sourced From : League of Ireland website

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