A section of the travelling City fans queuing to get into the Europa Point stadium in Gibraltar. Photographs by Neil Wilson.

placeholder image — A section of the travelling City fans queuing to get into the Europa Point stadium in Gibraltar. Photographs by Neil Wilson.

Candy Stripes in Europe: Derry City supporters enjoying the sunshine in Gibraltar

By Simon Collins

Published 14th Jul 2024, 20:52 GMT

It proved to be the Shock of Gibraltar as Derry City were stunned by minnows Bruno’s Magpies at the Europa Point stadium but it didn’t stop the travelling Candy Stripes’ fans from enjoying their trip to the Iberian Peninsula.

Photographer Neil Wilson was on hand to capture some colourful snaps of travelling City fans before and during the Uefa Conference League first round qualifier.

Derry City fans watch on in shock as Bruno's Magpies take a 2-0 lead from the first leg in Gibraltar.

5. Candy Stripes in Europe

Derry City fans watch on in shock as Bruno's Magpies take a 2-0 lead from the first leg in Gibraltar. Photo: NEIL WILSON

Derry City fans were in good form going into the first leg of the Uefa Conference League tie in Gibraltar.

6. Candy Stripes in Europe

Derry City fans were in good form going into the first leg of the Uefa Conference League tie in Gibraltar. Photo: NEIL WILSON

Derry City fans enjoying the sunshine in Gibraltar ahead of kick-off.

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Derry City fans enjoying the sunshine in Gibraltar ahead of kick-off. Photo: NEIL WILSON

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