The sweltering heat wouldn’t have helped the players or the sticky Brandywell pitch but the fans certainly lapped it up in the stands and our photographer George Sweeney was on hand to take a few fantastic snaps before kick-off. Recognise anyone? Make sure to tag and share!
13. Summer nights at Brandywell
Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins and his players leave the pitch after the game against Shelbourne on Friday night. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2321GS - 87 Photo: George Sweeney
14. Summer nights at Brandywell
FIFA referee Rob Hennessy was in charge of Derry City’s game against Shelbourne in the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2321GS - 85 Photo: George Sweeney
15. Summer nights at Brandywell
Young Derry City fans at the game against Shelbourne in the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2321GS - 76 Photo: George Sweeney
16. Summer nights at Brandywell
Disappointed Derry City players Cameron McJanett and Jamie McGonigle leave the pitch after the game against Shelbourne on Friday night. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2321GS - 86 Photo: George Sweeney