Midway through the season Dublin City also went out of business and withdrew from the league, unable to complete the season. During the 2008 season both Cork City and Drogheda United were deducted ten points after going into administration. Following the conclusion of the 2009 season both Derry City and Cork City were expelled from the League of Ireland.
Midway through the season Dublin City also ceased operations and withdrew from the league, unable to finish the season. During the 2008 season both Cork City and Drogheda United were penalized ten points after entering bankruptcy. Following the conclusion of the 2009 season both Derry City and Cork City were ejected from the League of Ireland.