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‘It takes a special player to play for Derry City’ - Shiels

KENNY Shiels explained there are ‘no grey areas’ regarding Nathan Boyle’s decision to leave the club this week, suggesting the player was simply unable to meet his high demands.

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Ronan Curtis pens a two year deal with Portsmouth.

Portsmouth praise Ronan Curtis’ commitment

PORTSMOUTH Football Club chief executive, Mark Catlin has praised the character and commitment shown by Ronan Curtis who insisted on playing for Derry City until his move to Fratton Park becomes official on June 9th.

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Limavady United new manager Sean Friars.

Sean Friars ready for challenge

SEAN FRIARS is relishing the challenge of his first senior football management job after taking over as Limavady United boss this week.
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Ireland's James McClean prepares to take a corner kick in front of the Celtic fans during Scott Brown's testimonial match on Sunday.

James McClean issues come-and-get-me plea to Celtic

JAMES McClean has issued a come-and-get-me plea to Celtic boss, Brendan Rodgers, reiterating his desire to play for the Scottish champions and claiming it was a 'special feeling' to play in front of the Celtic support.

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Kenny Shiels was delighted with the contribution of in-form Derry City midfielder, Aaron McEneff.

Shiels hails 'fantastic' Aaron McEneff after his brace puts City back on winning trail

KENNY SHIELS praised the impact of Derry City's leading goalscorer, Aaron McEneff whose brace against basement club, Bray Wanderers sent the Candy Stripes back into fourth spot.

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Derry City midfielder, Aaron McEneff struck twice as the home side saw off a stubborn Bray.

Aaron McEneff double sends Derry City back into fourth spot

Derry City 2, Bray Wanderers 0
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Dundalk defender, Dean Jarvis made his Brandywell return last Monday night.

Dean Jarvis admits he was nervous ahead of Brandywell return

DEAN JARVIS admits he was 'nervous' when limbering up to make his Brandywell return as a substitute against his hometown club last Monday night.

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Derry City striker, Ronan Curtis could sit out tonight's match against St Pat's at Richmond with a knee injury.

Ronan Curtis among key trio rated doubtful for Derry City’s trip to St Pat’s

RONAN Curtis is rated doubtful for tonight’s league clash against in-form St Patrick’s Athletic as the Portsmouth-bound winger nurses a knee injury sustained in training yesterday afternoon.

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Ronan Curtis of Derry City, right, with the match ball after scoring a hat trick against Shelbourne, says he will remain fully committed to Derry City until his move to Portsmouth is complete next month.

‘I’m City ‘til I move’ - pledges Portsmouth-bound Ronan Curtis

PORTSMOUTH-BOUND, Ronan Curtis has pledged to be fully committed to Derry City until his move to Fratton Park becomes official on June 8th.

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Dundalk manager, Stephen Kenny was full of praise for Kenny Shiels' 'progressive' team.

Stephen Kenny reckons Derry City will value Brandywell upgrade more than winning league title

STEPHEN Kenny believes Derry City Chairman, Philip O'Doherty will value the impressive Brandywell Stadium upgrade more than winning a league title!

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Personal trainer, Seamus Fox.

VIDEO: Avoid getting lost or confused on your personal journey

In this week's Health, Fitness and Mindset blog, award winning personal trainer, Seamus Fox talks about his experience of being lost in the Algarve this week and offers advice on how to reach your end goal by setting up a proper plan of action.

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The Agony and the Ecstasy - Derry's Gerard Doherty and Barry Molly in the dressing room following Derry's victory in the FAI Cup in 2012.

Gerard Doherty celebrating testimonial year but he’s far from finished!

GERARD DOHERTY will mark his 10th consecutive season at Derry City with the customary testimonial but the experienced goalkeeper is quick to point out to anyone who listens that he’s far from finished!

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Ronan Curtis is close to a move to Portsmouth but Reading are also believed to have asked to be kept informed about the forward's future.

Reading monitoring Portsmouth’s bid for Ronan Curtis

A SECOND English club has entered the race for highly rated winger, Ronan Curtis’ signature according to Derry City chairman, Philip O’Doherty.

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Derry City striker, Rory Patterson sends in a shot as Brian Gartland - scorer of Dundalk's equaliser - attempts to block.

Kenny Shiels accuses Derry City players of 'caving in' against clinical Dundalk

KENNY SHIELS claims his Derry City players must show a greater desire to win games, accusing them of 'caving in' after Dundalk's equalising goal in the emphatic 4-1 loss at Brandywell.

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Dundalk goalscorer, Michael Duffy in action against Nicky Low left, and Darren Cole who opened the scoring for Derry,

Derry City's unbeaten home run ended by Dundalk

Derry City 1, Dundalk 4
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Derry City's Nicky Low nips in front of Cork's Garry Buckley during the first half at Brandywell Stadium.

Derry City's unbeaten home record continues as leaders Cork held at Brandywell

Derry City 0, Cork City 0
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Cork City midfielder Barry McNamee makes his first return to Brandywell Stadium since signing for the Leesiders back in November.

Hostile Brandywell reception won't faze former fans' favourite Barry McNamee - Shiels

KENNY SHIELS is hoping ex-Derry City midfielder, Barry McNamee isn’t subjected to a hostile reception from the ‘Brandywell Faithful’ tonight as he rolls into town with the Leesiders.
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Kenny Shiels reckons John Caulfield is playing mind-games following his comments about the Brandywell's 3G surface as Cork City clash with Derry City tonight.

Kenny Shiels accuses 'insecure' John Caulfield of preparing excuses

KENNY SHIELS has accused John Caulfield of being ‘insecure’ following the Cork City manager’s claims Brandywell Stadium’s artificial pitch hands Derry City an unfair advantage.
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Derry City boss, Kenny Shiels has bigger fish to fry than talk about Ronan Curtis' potential move to Portsmouth.

Portsmouth target Ronan Curtis has 'joined the navy' - says Kenny Shiels

KENNY Shiels refused to be reeled in by questions from journalists fishing for the latest news on Ronan Curtis’ proposed move to Portsmouth, but there could well be a dramatic change of career for the talented striker.

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FF Fitness Personal trainer, Seamus Fox.

VIDEO: Using the 'SMART' principle to follow through with your personal goals

In this week's Health, Fitness and Mindset blog, award winning personal trainer, Seamus Fox talks about setting goals, maintaining focus and following through to achieve those targets . . .
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