Derry City Football Club pulled out all the stops to generate an atmosphere befitting of the occasion with a magnificent family-friendly Fan Zone with a pop-up merchandise store, beer truck, food and drink, live music, face-painting and a football skills arena.
It was a huge success both on and off the pitch as Derry City clinched a memorable 1-0 win over Shamrock Rovers thanks to James Clarke’s first half goal – a strike which will go down in the local sporting history books.
Photographers Kevin Morrison and Sportsfile’s Stephen McCarthy and Ramsey Cardy captured some stunning moments before, during and after the match as the majority of those in attendance, barring the 150 or so travelling Rovers fans went home happy.
17. Celtic Perks for Derry City fans
Derry GAA's Stephen Barker enjoying a unique occasion as Derry City FC is welcomed into Find Insurance Celtic Park. Photo by Kevin Morrison Photo: KEVIN MORRISON
18. Celtic Perks for Derry City fans
This young Derry City supporter is excited for kick-off at Celtic Park. Photo by Kevin Morrison. Photo: KEVIN MORRISON
19. Celtic Perks for Derry City fans
These Derry City fans are enjoying the occasion at Celtic Park. Photo by Kevin Morrison. Photo: KEVIN MORRISON
20. Celtic Perks for Derry City fans
Derry City fans spot our camerman at Celtic Park. Photograph by Kevin Morrison Photo: KEVIN MORRISON