Gerard Doherty is Derry City's hero

DERRY CITY booked their place in the FAI Cup quarter-final after their dramatic win over St Patrick's Athletic, on Friday night.

Young winger Aidy Delap came off the bench to score their winner against Liam Buckley's side.

Derry City captain Gerard Doherty celebrates after his penalty save on Friday night.placeholder image
Derry City captain Gerard Doherty celebrates after his penalty save on Friday night.

While Delap scored the only goal of the tie, it was captain Gerard Doherty who was City's hero, saving Ian Turner's 95th minute penalty, to spark wild celebrations at the Brandywell.

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