Shamrock Rovers is the most successful club in Irish Premier Division history, having won the league title a record 17 times.
Dundalk holds the record for most consecutive league titles in modern times, winning the Irish Premier Division three times in a row from 2014-2016.
Shamrock Rovers is known for their passionate fan base, with the club regularly attracting large crowds to their home games at Tallaght Stadium.
Dundalk has a fierce rivalry with fellow League of Ireland club Cork City, with matches between the two sides often drawing intense support from fans.
Shamrock Rovers has a strong youth development system, with many talented young players coming through the club's academy and going on to have successful careers in professional football.
Dundalk has a history of success in European competitions, with the club reaching the group stages of the Europa League in 2016 and putting in impressive performances against top European clubs.