League of Ireland preview: Shamrock Rovers’ drive for five just one storyline to follow in new campaign full of intrigue

Daniel McDonnell: Shamrock Rovers’ drive for five just one storyline to follow in new LOI campaign full of intrigue

Darragh Kelly & Chloe McPolin

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A new League of Ireland season kicks off on Friday night and, for some of the protagonists, the hours leading up to kick-off will be the least stressful time of the year.

Everyone is unbeaten at this stage.

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