Past pupils Shane and Patrick McEleney joined fellow Candystripe, Michael Duffy, in taking part in a question and answer session at the local primary school where both students and staff were anxious to hear about the build up to Sunday's blue riband date in the Aviva Stadium. Upwards of 30,000 are expected for the League of Ireland showpiece but if the Red & White army can match the enthusiasm of Steelstown’s support, the Candy Stripes are all set for glory… See if you can sport anyone among the 27 memorable pics!
13. FAI Cup fever at Steelstown
Derry City player Shane McEleney signs autographs for pupils during his visit to Steelstown Primary School on Tuesday. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
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Young Derry City fans get their shirts signed by Michael Duffy during his visit to Steelstown Primary School on Tuesday. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
15. FAI Cup fever grips Steelstown Primary School
Young Steelstown Primary School Pupils gets excited during the visit of Derry City players Shane and Patrick McEleney and Michael Duffy on Tuesday. (Photos: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
16. Derry City bring FAI Cup fever to Steelstown PS
Derry City's Michael Duffy signs one young fan's shirt during Tuesday's visit. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty