A train ride south from the Amsterdam base that has become a home for an Irish footballer, they have the French Paradox, where, despite having a diet laden with fatty foods and fine wine, the population of France are generally healthy. There was something close to the Dutch paradox here in Alkmaar, not far from Amsterdam.
GOAL! Shels grab the first of the night! Shelbourne 1 - Waterford 0 The first goal of the night in the Premier Division has been scored by Shelbourne as Ali Coote puts the hosts in front after just seven minutes. A fabulous ball over the top by Kerr McInroy found his fellow Scot close to goal, as Coote jinked past Grant Horton and fired into the roof of the net. A dream start for Joey O'Brien's men. - Sean O'Connor live from Tolka Park.