53 photographs of Arsenal’s match against Derry City at the Brandywell in 1987

On Saturday, September 5, 1987, Arsenal FC arrived at the Brandywell for a glamour friendly against Derry City.

By Kevin Mullan

Published 9th Aug 2023, 15:56 BST

Updated 9th Aug 2023, 15:58 BST

The visiting ‘Gunners’ side included Niall Quinn,Tony Adams, Paul Merson, Alan Smith, Michael Thomas and David O’Leary.

Arsenal won the game 2-0 with Alan Smith and Paul Merson with the goals.

1. Paul Curran gets in a tackle on Alan Smith.

Paul Curran gets in a tackle on Alan Smith. Photo: Archive

Jacko McDonagh in action during Derry City's friendly with Arsenal in 1987. Photo: Archive

Paul Curran tracks Perry Groves. Photo: Archive

Perry Groves beats Paul Curran. Photo: Archive