"Last seen putting in a rampant performance as they stormed their way to a stellar 4-1 romp at home against Waterford, the Athletic will be searching for a repeat display here. Signing off April with a routine 3-1 win against Bohemians, the former Ireland boss certainly finds the mood in his camp at a red-hot high. Unbeaten in all of their previous five consecutive Premier Division appearances, St. Patrick's have rightfully received a string of plaudits."
"Including another 3-1 victory against Drogheda last month, Friday's hosts have also continued to shine with their free-scoring performances in the final third. In fact, sat just three points adrift of leapfrogging reigning champions Shamrock and skyrocketing their way to the top of the table, Kenny's side have remarkably notched 31 goals in their 16 Premier Division showdowns this season."
"As for the visitors, while Shelbourne might have secured a much-welcomed 2-1 victory against Shelbourne earlier in the month, it appears that was just a minor boost for Joey O'Brien's side. Last seen putting in a toothless display as they eventually had to settle for a 0-0 stalemate at home against Sligo Rovers, the Reds have mustered just a single win from any of their previous seven consecutive appearances - a run that stems all the way back to March 21st."
"Signing off April with a thrilling 4-3 defeat at the hands of Drogheda, Friday's guests will be bracing themselves for a stern examination when they travel to Richmond Park this weekend. Holding just a two-point buffer from slipping into the relegation zone, Shelbourne should also be concerned by"
St. Patrick's Athletic host Shelbourne at Richmond Park after a strong run in the Premier Division. The hosts come off a 4-1 home win over Waterford and a 3-1 victory over Bohemians, and they have remained unbeaten in their previous five league appearances. They have continued scoring freely, totaling 31 goals in 16 Premier Division matches and sitting three points behind the top positions. Shelbourne arrive after a 0-0 draw with Sligo Rovers and a 4-3 loss to Drogheda. They have managed only one win in seven consecutive league games, and they hold a narrow two-point buffer above the relegation zone.
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