The Airtricity League fixtures have been unveiled for next season's Premier and First Division.

But the big news is that Shamrock Rovers have been given permission to field a second side in the First Division.

However the Rovers B team will not be eligible for promotion or cup competitions.

In the Premier Division, St Patrick's Athletic begin their title defence against Cork City, while Drogheda United and Dundalk will be involved in a Louth derby on the opening day.