Saint Pat’s have moved level on points with Shamrock Rovers at the top of the League of Ireland Men’s Premier Division.
A 4-nil win at Dundalk last night sees Stephen Kenny’s side ahead of the Hoops on goal difference, but they have played a game more than the defending champions.
Aidan Keena scored two goals and Ryan Edmondson and Ryan Sheridan were also on target for the Saints at Oriel Park.
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Sligo Rovers suffered another blow in their bid to stay in the top-flight, losing 3-1 at home to Galway United.
Sligo are now 11 points adrift of ninth-placed Drogheda United, with five games to go.
The Claret-and-Blues boosted their survival hosts by beating Shelbourne 2-1, while Waterford and Derry City drew 2-all.
