Sean Gannon

① Shelbourne's home form should keep this tight clash level.

② St Patrick's Athletic have attacking options but may struggle to break the hosts.

③ Expect a balanced 1-1 draw with chances at both ends.

① Shelbourne's better recent form and league position give them a platform to challenge.

② Drogheda will rely on home grit and counter-attacks, but Shelbourne’s midfield control could decide it.

③ In head-to-heads, Shelbourne have had the edge, making a 1-2 away win plausible.