Waterford – Shamrock Rovers

Waterford were held to a 1‑1 draw at home by second‑placed Shamrock Rovers, a result that leaves the Waterford side perched in eighth place with 34 points from 31 games (seven wins, 13 draws and 11 defeats, a 42‑51 goal tally). The visitors, who have already amassed 56 points and sit comfortably in the top two after 30 matches (16 wins, eight draws, six losses and a 46‑29 goal record), failed to extend their dominance despite having won both of the previous head‑to‑head meetings this season. The stalemate means Waterford remain 22 points adrift of the Rovers, who continue to tighten their grip on the league leaders. Both clubs will now turn their focus to the next round, with Waterford hoping to close the gap and Shamrock Rovers looking to maintain momentum.