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!
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Mrs Lennie Kennedy gets her shirt signed by Derry City star Patrick McEleney during a visit to Steelstown Primary School on Tuesday morning. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: Jim McCafferty
18. Derry City bring FAI Cup fever to Steelstown Primary School
Derry City star Michael Duffy receives a good luck message from one excited young Steelstown P.S. pupil ahead of Sunday's FAI Cup Final. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
19. Derry City bring FAI Cup fever to Steelstown Primary School
Steelstown P.S. Principal, Mrs Siobhan Gillen, with a good luck mascot for Derry City duo Patrick and Shane McEleney ahead of Sunday's FAI Cup final. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
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Past Pupils Shane and Patrick McEleney address the pupils of Steelstown Primary School during a visit on Tuesday morning. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: Jim McCafferty