Candy Stripes

INFLUENTIAL . . . Derry City's Kevin Holt. Photograph: George Sweeney

Mullen hails impact of ex-Partick Thistle teammate

Adam O'Reilly produced a man of the match display against St Pat's.

Lynch impressed by 'fortress Brandywell' performances

Michael Duffy continued his rich vein of form with a sixth goal of the season against Shelbourne on Friday night.

Lynch not getting carried away after big win over Shels

Robbie Benson was superb as Derry City won in Galway on Friday. Photo: George Sweeney

"I believe the gaffer is going to ask questions about it himself."

Ronan Boyce and Carl Winchester celebrate after the Ramelton man's bicycle kick in front of the North Stand against Cork City.

Boyce set for 150 milestone in Galway

Drogheda United manager Kevin Doherty.

Drogs boss says they need to raise their game against Derry

Derry City's Kevin Holt says the team must show a ruthlessness in both boxes against Sligo Rovers. Photograph: George Sweeney

Holt: Best form of defence is attack!

Derry midfielder Adam O'Reilly reckons a win in Sligo could kickstart season. Photo by Kevin Morrison

'It's a marathon, not a sprint' says O'Reilly

Derry City keeper Brian Maher says fans are key to end current slump.

Derry City support can be key to end early season slump

Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch is confident of a swift turnaround in fortunes.

Keep believing in the process - urges Lynch

Derry City ‘s Ciaron Harkin was delighted to make his first start for the club after three years.

Bittersweet Brandywell comeback for 'Jackie'

Bohemians manager Alan Reynolds. Photograph: George Sweeney

Derry City's in it to win it says Reynolds

Tempers flare following Michael Duffy goal against Bohemians. Photograph: George Sweeney

'The whole world hates Derry City'

MY COUSIN 'WINNY' . . . Liam Boyce and his second cousin Carl Winchester

Boyce: My Perfect Cousin 'Winny'

Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch wants to ensure the club's fans get fully behind his team by adopting an exciting style of play. Photograph: George Sweeney

Lynch plans to get Derry City fans onside

The new North Stand at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Photograph: George Sweeney

Brandywell's North Stand opening will go 'tight to the wire'
PLANS TO complete the Brandywell Stadium's impressive new North Stand in time for Derry City's first home match of the SSE Airtricity Premier League season will go 'very tight to the wire' according to club officials.
Simon Collins

Derry City an unknown quantity in 2025

Derry City players trained at the GAA Centre of Excellence, Owenbeg, on Monday morning. Photograph: George Sweeney

PHOTOS: Derry City's first day at Owenbeg Centre of Excellence

Owenbeg GAA Centre of Excellence. ( Photo Lorcan Doherty / Presseye.com)

Derry City given green light to train at Owenbeg

Carl Winchester, pictured celebrating his 500th appearance for Shrewsbury Town, is believed to be close to joining Derry City.

Derry City close in on 4th NI International

Derry City's new signing, Northern Ireland international striker Liam Boyce. Photograph by Kevin Morrison.

Lynch hails Boyce arrival as 'serious coup' for Derry City

Ciaron Harkin has returned to Derry City after his short-term loan deal at Coleraine expired.

'Jackie' eager to impress new Derry City boss

Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch has expressed his New Year's wish. Photograph by Kevin Morrison.

Lynch insists he's at Derry City for the long haul

HAPPIER TIMES . . . Mark Connolly celebrates a big win against Bohemians in the FAI Cup semi-final at Dalymount last season.

Connolly excited for new chapter at Derry City

Derry City boss Tiernan Lynch introduces the new first team away kit for 2025 at the O'Neills launch on Wednesday evening. Photograph by Kevin Morrison.

Lynch has utopian vision for Derry City

Tiernan Lynch and his brother Seamus’ final game in charge with Larne against Institute in the Brandywell on Tuesday evening. Photograph: George Sweeney

Lynch says it's time to 'turn the page' as he begins new chapter with Derry

Tiernan Lynch is the new Derry City manager.

Derry City impressed by Lynch's 'vision and energy'
DERRY CITY Football Club Chief Executive Sean Barrett has confirmed the arrival of new Brandywell boss Tiernan Lynch and says the Candy Stripes were impressed by 'his vision and energy' to take the club forward.
Simon Collins

Both Ruaidhri Higgins and his former captain Patrick McEleney have left Brandywell.

Higgins' parting message to Derry City supporters

30 striking images of Derry City fans at the Aviva

Derry City fans at the Brandywell Stadium on Saturday morning prior to the team’s departure for Dublin ahead of Sunday’s FAI Cup Final against Drogheda United. Photograph: George Sweeney

42 fabulous fans photos as Derry City get big Cup Final send-off

Team captain Peter Hutton and assistant boss Paul Hegarty hold up the FAI cup as Derry City arrive at Guildhall square in 2006. LS49-543MT.

'Maybe the hurt is more than the joy I would get out of it'

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins pictured with club director Paddy Simpson and the FAI Cup at Da Vinci's Hotel this week.

Finding solace in FAI Cup glory: Higgins

Ruaidhri Higgins says Derry City simply must win the FAI Cup to salvage pride from a disappointing season. Photo: Kevin Moore/MCIphoto

Shelbourne 'worthy champions' says Higgins who seeks FAI Cup tonic

Pupils from Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir pictured with Derry City’s Ciaran Coll and Pat Hoban during their visit to the school on Monday morning. Photo: George Sweeney

PHOTOS: Derry City stars visit to Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir

Duncan Idehen is left devastated at the final whistle as Derry City's title hopes are shattered by Pat's. Photo by Kevin Moore.

We cut our own throats in title races - laments Higgins

Derry City's Ben Doherty needs surgery on his injured hamstring.

Higgins relishing Saints shootout despite defensive headache

Derry City goalkeeper, Tadhg Ryan, along with Stephen Boyd, Senior Customer Service Coordinator at Translink.

'Huge numbers' avail of Translink's FAI Cup Final service

Will Patching has been playing through the pain barrier.

Higgins praises Patching and warns against 'jumping to conclusions'

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins shakes hands with Stephen Kenny. Photograph: George Sweeney

Higgins preparing for biggest game of his coaching career

Derry City’s Danny Mullen celebrates scoring against Shelbourne. Photograph: George Sweeney

Danny Mullen braced for six cup finals

MORE OF THE SAME . . . Derry City supporters were in fine voice at Dalymount Park on Friday night. Photo: Kevin Moore/MCIphoto

City fans on a 'different level': Higgins

BUILDING MOMENTUM . . . Michael Duffy knows the importance of the Brandywell double header. Photo Credit: Kevin Moore/MCIphoto

Duffy calls for home help ahead of double header

Derry City captain Patrick McEleney and his brother Shane celebrate their FAI Cup semi-final win over Bohemians in front of the travelling fans at Dalymount. Photo: Kevin Moore/MCIphoto

FAI Cup Final 'extra special' for Patrick McEleney

Derry City’s Danny Mullen celebrates scoring against Shelbourne. Photograph: George Sweeney

Danny Mullen agrees new Derry City deal

Derry City fans were in fine voice at Dalymount Park on Friday night.

Duffy calls for home help ahead of double header

Derry City fans are in fine voice at Dalymount Park watching their team progress to the 2024 FAI Cup Final. Photo credit: Kevin Moore/MCIphoto

23 joyous fans photos as Derry City reach FAI Cup Final

DOUBLE DREAM ALIVE AND KICKING . . . Derry City fans enjoying the occasion at Dalymount Park. Photo credit: Kevin Moore/MCIphoto

Higgins praises 'special' Duffy after cup heroics

Derry City players celebrate Michael Duffy's free-kick in the first half of the FAI Cup semi-final against Bohemians at Dalymount Park. Photograph by Kevin Moore.

Derry City's double dream alive and kicking as Duffy secures cup final spot

Derry City defender Mark Connolly pictured with manager Ruaidhri Higgins.

Mark Connolly's a 'glass half full' kind of guy

Shamrock Rovers players remonstrate with referee Damien McGraith after he awarded Derry City a late penalty. Photograph: George Sweeney

Bradley blasts 'disgusting' penalty decision

NO BAD BLOOD . . . Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins greets Shelbourne boss Damien Duff. Photograph: George Sweeney

Duff won't rise to the bait as he turns full focus on title tilt

Derry City captain Patrick McEleney, pictured leading out the team, hopes the Brandywell support can lift the team to victory on Saturday.

Patrick McEleney's ready for lift-off

Derry City players celebrate after receiving the eircom league cup following victory over Shelbourne at Brandywell. Picture credit: Oliver McVeigh / SPORTSFILE

There's no better noise in Irish football: Higgins

OUT: Cameron Dummigan has been ruled out for the remainder of Derry City's season with a hamstring injury. Photograph: George Sweeney

"It looks like Cameron Dummigan's season is potentially over."

Pat Hoban celebrates with Paul McMullan after scoring against Waterford earlier in the season. (Photo: Kevin Moore)

Higgins a fan of Euro chasing Waterford