Connor Parsons of Bohemians, right, celebrates with teammates Dayle Rooney, left, and Patrick Hickey after scoring their side's first goal during the SSE Airtricity Premier Division match against Shamrock Rovers at Dalymount Park.
Stephen Bradley believes a historic Conference League night proves that the League of Ireland has become the 'shining light for Irish football' and is hopeful that the exploits of Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne are sending a positive message to Government ahead of next week's budget.