This weekend, all eyes will certainly be on the World Cup qualifier between Ireland and Hungary. But before the clash on Saturday at Lansdowne Road, LOI fans can also look forward to matchday 30 in the First Division this Friday.
Bray Wanderers vs Athlone Town
After their 3-2 defeat against UCD, the Seagulls aim to maintain their current third place until the end of the regular season. Against the bottom-placed Midlanders, Bray want to get back to winning ways. This task should be manageable against an Athlone side that has been struggling for the last couple of months.
Prediction Bray Wanderers 3 Athlone Town 1
Kerry FC vs Cobh Ramblers
The Kingdom put on a strong performance last Friday, securing a 3-3 draw against league leaders Dundalk. Can Kerry surprise again tonight against the next top team? The second-placed Rams are the favourites at Mounthawk Park, but they will certainly be warned about the qualities of the hosts.
Prediction Kerry FC 1 Cobh Ramblers 2
Longford Town vs Finn Harps
The Harps are just one point behind fifth place, which qualifies for the playoff round. In Longford, the visitors are aiming for their fourth consecutive league victory. However, the Town will also be hoping for a W to at least keep in touch with the playoff spots.
Prediction Longford Town 1 Finn Harps 1
Treaty United vs UCD
After three consecutive defeats, the Shannonsiders are on the verge of squandering their good position. Treaty are still in fifth place, but they need a win against UCD to stop the negative trend of the past weeks. The Students, on the other hand, are in good form and clearly the favourites this evening.
Prediction Treaty United 2 UCD 1
Wexford vs Dundalk
Against Kerry, Dundalk did not deliver a good performance and had to settle for a 3-3 draw. How will the Railwaymen perform tonight in Wexford? The hosts have not won in four games and are now hoping for a surprising result against the table-toppers.
Prediction Wexford 2 Dundalk 3