This was Brays final chance to maintain top flight status in the League of Ireland. They needed the three points to stay in the Premier Division. Sligo celebrated the clubs 90th year anniversary with their special retro jerseys. Caolan McAleer put the Bit O’ Red ahead after half time. Shortly afterwards Jake Ellis slid the ball past Mark O’ Connor at a tight angle to equalize for the Seagulls, giving them some hope. However just one minute later, Mikey Drennan headed the ball home to grab the three points for Sligo. This match officially relegated Bray Wanderers. President Michael D. Higgins attended the match.