Tallaght Stadium: It is understood that Shamrock Rovers reported the alleged pitch watering to the council after reviewing CCTV. Photograph: Inpho/Tom O’HanlonSouth Dublin County Council (SDCC) has been brought to the Labour Court over complaints from staff about private contractors being brought in to maintain Tallaght Stadium during an investigation into council staff being suspended for allegedly overwatering the pitch. This led to Shamrock Rovers’ first home game of the season against Dundalk on February 6th being postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. The case has since been referred for adjudication to the Labour Court, with Siptu representing the SDCC staff. Shamrock Rovers declined to say whether it was carrying out its own investigation.

Source: The Irish Times March 26, 2026 15:02 UTC