Kerry FC lost 2-1 to Cobh in the SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division.
A sixth win in seven games has sent St Pat’s to the top of the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division.
The Saints came back from going behind early on to register a 4-1 win over struggling Sligo Rovers.
Defending champions Shamrock Rovers dropped points again, after a 1-all draw at bottom side Waterford.
The Hoops are now four points off the summit.
The scoreless draw between Drogheda United and Bohemians was overshadowed by midfielder Shane Farrell’s sudden collapse on the pitch late in the game.
Manager Kevin Doherty confirmed that Farrell “seemed to be ok” after being taken to nearby Lourdes Hospital.
Dundalk recovered from letting a two goal lead slip to beat Shelbourne 3-2 at Tolka Park.
And Frantz Pierrot came off the bench to grab the winner in Galway United’s 2-1 victory over Derry City.
