Shelbourne to face Shamrock Rovers in Women's FAI Cup quarter-finals
The draw, which took place at the FAI headquarters in Dublin, also paired last season's runners-up Athlone Town away to Peamount United.
The remaining non-league side in the competition Newbridge Town have been handed a home draw with Bohemians in what promises to be a memorable occasion in Kildare.
DLR Waves' reward for knocking out Sligo Rovers is another clash with a Premier Division side as Treaty United are set to be the visitors to UCD.
The quarter-final ties will be played on the week ending Sunday 17 August.
This year's final will take place on 19 October.
Sports Direct Women's FAI Cup quarter-finals:
DLR Waves v Treaty United
Newbridge Town v Bohemians
Peamount United v Athlone Town
Shelbourne v Shamrock Rovers
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