Patrick McEleney’s stunning first half strike was worth the entrance fee alone as he bent one around the Cork defence and into the corner of the net for his first goal in almost 12 months.
The in-form Jordan McEneff netted his third goal for the club with a well taken second half strike from Ryan Graydon’s superb cross from the right but it was far from a comfortable night as Cork City missed several chances to get back in the contest.
Brian Maher was alert and managed to thwart the Cork City counter attack on a couple of occasions as Derry deservedly clinched a 2-0 victory.
There were plenty of smiles at the final whistle and our photographer GEORGE SWEENEY was on hand to capture some excellent moments. Recognise anyone? Make sure to tag and share.
Brian Maher was alert and managed to thwart the Cork City counter attack on a couple of occasions as Derry deservedly clinched a 2-0 victory.
5. Opening home match at Brandywell
Derry City fans at the Brandywell Stadium, on Friday evening, for Derry City’s game against Cork City. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2308GS – 136 Photo: George Sweeney
6. Opening home match at Brandywell
A young fan has his picture taken with Cameron McJannett before Derry City’s game against Cork City on Friday evening. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2308GS – 141 Photo: George Sweeney
7. Opening home match at Brandywell
Young fans have some refreshments at Derry City’s game against Cork City on Friday evening. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2308GS – 140 Photo: George Sweeney
8. Opening home match at Brandywell
Mascots pictured with Derry City’s Cameron McJannett and Adam O’Reilly before Friday evening’s game against Cork City.. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2308GS – 142 Photo: George Sweeney