New Airtricity League season starts this evening

Premier League champions Dundalk welcome Shamrock Rovers on their new surface at Oriel Park in the most attractive fixture in the opening round.

Also in the top-flight Bohemians meet Derry City, Galway host Drogheda, Limerick play Sligo Rovers and St Pat's take on Bray.

Meanwhile, the pitch at Finn Park has passed its first inspection ahead of Finn Harps' scheduled Premier League game with Cork City.

A second inspection will be held at 4 o'clock this afternoon.