Dundalk – Drogheda United

Dundalk’s home advantage proved insufficient as they fell 1‑2 to Droghe­da United, a result that leaves the County Louth side still perched in fourth place with 41 points from 30 matches, their goal‑difference now a razor‑thin +1 (47‑46). The visitors climb to ninth on 31 points, having improved their goal‑difference to –13 (35‑48) and keeping their hopes alive with a vital three‑point haul. The win evens the season‑long rivalry between the clubs – each now has one victory and two draws from their four meetings. With the league tightening, Dundalk will need to turn their narrow deficit into wins to stay within the European spots, while Drogheda United will look to build on this upset and push further up the table.