The Candystripes were beaten 2-0 by a side who would go on to finish fifth in the last ever edition of the old Football League First Division – 12 points behind the English champions Leeds United F.C.
Here is a selection of photographs from the occasion.
5. Manchester City's Michael Hughes comes away with the ball.
Manchester City's Michael Hughes comes away with the ball. Photo: archive
6. City striker Johnny Speak and manager Roy Coyle with Chairman Jackie McCauley at a pre-match presentation.
City striker Johnny Speak and manager Roy Coyle with Chairman Jackie McCauley at a pre-match presentation. Photo: archive
7. Ball boys who were on duty for the Derry City versus Manchester City friendly pictured with the Sky Blues' player-manager Peter Reid.
Ball boys who were on duty for the Derry City versus Manchester City friendly pictured with the Sky Blues' player-manager Peter Reid. Photo: archive
8. Paul Curran chases down Adrian Heath
Paul Curran chases down Adrian Heath Photo: archive
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