Sligo Rovers travel to Dalymount Park for opening game of the season against Bohemians tomorrow, Friday night at 7;45pm.
The game is sold out with a large crowd travelling up from the north west.
Manager John Russell has a full squad to choose from except for John Mahon who is out with a long term injury, and Max Mata who is awaiting clearance following his signing back with the club on loan.
“We’re looking forward to getting started tomorrow, we have a lot of new players in and I’m happy with where we are in terms of how they have integrated as a group.
“It is a real boost to get Max back to the club. We know there is a big crowd travelling up which is great to see, and we’re excited to get going”
Our supporters will get a first chance to see our new arrivals in competitive action.
The preseason saw the Bit O’ Red add new arrivals Wilson Waweru, Ellis Chapman, Simon Power, Connor Malley, Charlie Wiggett, JR Wilson, Ollie Denham. In addition Ed McGinty and Max Mata have returned to the Showgrounds on loan, with Owen Elding singing his first professional contract.
The new look Rovers team return to the Showgrounds on Saturday week 24th February against Derry City with a large crowd expected.