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!
21. Derry City bring FAI Cup fever to Steelstown Primary School
Steelstown P.S. Principal Mrs Siobhan Gillen with Derry City players Shane and Patrick McEleney and Michael Duffy at the school on Tuesday. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: Jim McCafferty
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Excited pupils from Steelstown Primary School greet Derry City player Shane McEleney on Tuesday morning ahead of Sunday's FAI Cup Final. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
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Derry City's Michael Duffy addressing excited pupils from Steelstown Primary School on Tuesday morning ahead of Sunday FAI Cup Final. (Photo: Jim McCafferty) Photo: Jim McCafferty
24. Derry City bring FAI Cup Final fever to Steelstown Primary School
ROUSING RECEPTION. . . . .Derry City players receive special guard of honour reception as they arrive at Steelstown P.S. on Tuesday morning. Photo: JIm McCafferty