Cobh Ramblers won the last two matches against Athlone but after a good opening game they will travel to Cork in high spirits.
Athlone Town take on Cobh Ramblers tomorrow evening in the League of Ireland First Division.
The midlanders will be looking to continue their perfect start to the season after an opening day 3-0 success at home to Wexford last week.
Cobh marked the start of their campaign with a 3-1 defeat away to Treaty United.
The Cork side do have the edge over Town in recent meetings, having won the last two contests in June and September of last year.
Kick off at Turner's Cross is set for 7.45pm
Elsewhere, Finn Harps host Cork City, Kerry face Bray, it's UCD against Treaty United, and Longford travel to Wexford.