Shelbourne held to scoreless draw by UCD

Shelbourne 0-0 UCD

Shelbourne 0-0 UCD

Shelbourne moved two points clear of reigning league champions Bohemians at the top of the Eircom League Premier Division despite being held to a 0-0 draw with UCD at Belfield tonight.

It was a hard fought contest between the league leaders and UCD, who are desperately trying to get off the foot of the table.

However, the scoreless draw means the clash between Shels and Bohs on Friday night is crucial in the race for the title.

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UCD have a battle of their own, but it's to avoid relegation rather than pick up silverware. Despite being unbeaten in their last six league games, UCD only have three games left to overtake Derry City, who are two points ahead with five games remaining.