Gareth Coughlan (leg) is the Saints' only absentee.
Alan McNally, Corrie Treacy, Eric McGill and Paul Crowley are all suspended for Drogheda, Brendan McGill is still injured and Darragh McNamara, Jamie Harris and Glen Fitzpatrick are doubtful.
With title-rivals Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians locking horns on Sunday, St Pat's have an opportunity to take a commanding lead at the summit without much trouble against a depleted Drogs side.
Verdict: Home win.
Team | Pld | Pts |
---|---|---|
Shamrock Rovers | 24 | 52 |
Dundalk | 24 | 45 |
Derry City | 23 | 43 |
St Patricks Athletic | 24 | 36 |
Sligo Rovers | 23 | 32 |
Bohemian FC | 23 | 32 |
Shelbourne | 23 | 31 |
Drogheda United | 24 | 26 |
Finn Harps | 24 | 12 |
UCD | 24 | 12 |