Dundalk will begin the defence of their SSE Airtrictity Premier Division title with a trip to Bray on Saturday March 5th.

The same night will see Shamrock Rovers go to Sligo Rovers.

The highlight of opening night on March 4th will see League and Cup runners-up Cork City take on Bohemians.

Elsewhere, St. Pat's play host to Galway.

The newly-promoted sides both begin with home games - Wexford Youths take on Longford Town, and Finn Harps entertain Derry City.

Last season's top two will meet for the first time at Oriel Park on March 18th.

Meanwhile Dundalk will finish at home to Galway United, and Cork will travel to Bray.