 During this time Drumcondra played Rovers in four FAI Cup finals in 1946, 1948, 1955 and 1957.The two clubs shared the honours, winning two finals each.In 1946 with a team that featured Con Martin, Robin Lawler, Kevin Clarke and Jimmy Lawlor, Drums won their third FAI Cup final after defeating Rovers 2–1 with goals from Tommy McCormack and Benny Henderson.