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They go against Derry City tonight
Shelbourne begin the defence of their SSE Airtricity Premier Division title at home to Derry City tonight.
Last season's title win was Shels' first since 2004, whereas Derry haven't won a title since '97.
St. Patricks Athletic could be one of the front-runners for this year's title.
They begin by taking on FAI Cup holders Drogheda United in Inchicore.
Stephen Kenny's side won their last 9 league games at the end of last season.
Elsewhere Cork City are back in the big time, they take Galway United at Turners Cross.
In the First Division, Dundalk and Athlone clash at Oriel Park, Treaty United play Cobh, UCD take on Wexford and Finn Harps make the long trip to Kerry.
All tonight's clashes have 7.45 start.