Pat's are chasing a first league title since 2013, with tonight's trip another significant test in an increasingly tight title race.
St Patrick's Athletic have the chance to return to the top of the Premier Division when they travel to play Sligo Rovers this evening.
Stephen Kenny's side were knocked off the summit after Shamrock Rovers came from behind to beat Waterford 3-2, but victory at The Showgrounds would put Pat's back on top.
The Saints arrive in strong form, having recently beaten Shamrock Rovers before following that with a convincing win away to Dundalk.
Sligo remain bottom of the table and are still searching for a first league victory under manager Darren Purse.
Their last Premier Division win came back in May.
Pat's are chasing a first league title since 2013, with tonight's trip another significant test in an increasingly tight title race.

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