It was a dramatic finale to the match against the four-in-a-row champions who looked certain to move to within a point of Derry until Patrick McEleney was controversially fouled inside the penalty area. Pat Hoban stepped up to score what could prove to be a very valuable penalty come the end of the season to send the Brandywell Faithful home happy. Our photographer George Sweeney was on hand to capture some of the smiling faces after the 1-1 draw.
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Derry City players return to the changing rooms after their warm-up. Photograph: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
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Patrick McEleney wins a penalty for Derry City against Shamrock Rovers defender Josh Honohan. Photograph: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
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Former Derry City player Aaron McEneff. Photograph: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
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Fans arrive for Derry City’s game against Shamrock Rovers in the Brandywell. Photograph: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney