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Derry City interim manager Mark Connolly. Photo by Matthew Harvey/Sportsfile

FAI Cup final places up for grabs against Sligo: Connolly

Patrick McClean up against Tommy Lonergan of Waterford during Monday's at the RSC in Waterford. Photo: Eakin Howard/Sportsfile

Derry City boss admits fixture break far from ideal

Claire and Molly Govern from Buffalo, New York pose for a photograph at Brandywell prior to kick-off.

In pictures: Derry City fans feeling the Brandywell blues

Motorists are being advised to expect extra traffic in the Bogside area as Derry City FC’s match against Shelbourne FC takes place at Celtic Park on Monday evening.

Extra traffic expected as Derry City FC face Shelbourne at Celtic Park

Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch is hoping for an Easter rising up the rankings. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Derry City boss Lynch hoping for an Easter rising

James McClean has a shot during the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Derry City and Shelbourne. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

"If there's any one to blame game then I'll take responsibility."

These Derry City fans are all smiles as the Candy Stripes prepare to host Dundalk.

In pictures: Derry City fans out in force at Brandywell

Derry City goalscorers Josh Thomas, left, and Alex Bannon celebrate after the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Derry City and Sligo Rovers at The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium in Derry. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Derry City clinch injury time win against stubborn Sligo Rovers

Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch and Michael Duffy during the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division, SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division and SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division Launch 2026 at Whelan's in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

League of Ireland 'back with a bang' next week

The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium will host Derry City's opening four league matches in 2026. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Derry City to play its opening four league games at Brandywell

St Patrick's Athletic new signing Ronan Boyce poses for a portrait during his unveiling at Richmond Park in Dublin. Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

Boyce explains shock switch from Brandywell to St Pat's

Derry fans bringing the stands at Turner's Cross to life.

20 years on: Derry City heartbreak in title decider in Cork

Derry City supporters, from left, Lucas, age 9, Denise, Dave, and Rhys Brown, age 7, with the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup Trophy. Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Derry City host FAI Cup holders Drogheda in third round

Robbie Benson moves upfield during Friday's 1-1 draw with Drogheda United in Weavers Park. (Photo: Kevin Moore)

'The word we keep talking about is resilience.'

Dom Thomas celebrates his late equaliser against Drogheda United on Friday night. (Photo: Kevin Moore)

Derry City fightback to grab Drogheda draw

The late Paul Diamond.

O'Doherty tribute to 'good friend' Paul Diamond
DERRY CITY Football Club chairman Philip O'Doherty has spoken of the lasting legacy left behind by his 'good friend' and honorary club president, the late Paul Diamond.
Simon Collins

A WORD IN YOUR EAR . . . Adam O'Reilly walking alongside manager Tiernan Lynch at training this week. Photograph by Kevin Morrison.

Victory over Shels will show our title intent says Adam O'Reilly

Derry City wingers Dom Thomas and Michael Duffy. Photograph: George Sweeney

Duffy wants to spoil Shelbourne's party

Derry's Sean Paul McCauley (second, from left) and his Blackstaff 'B' team-mates after winning the All Ireland Championship Snooker title in Killarney last week.

Sean Paul helps Blackstaff to All Ireland snooker title

Jamie Rea and Ben Murdock of Loughgall track Institute’s Dean Brown. Photograph: George Sweeney

"The manner in which we gave the goals away is what is killing us."

Danny Mullen at the final whistle in Rochmond Park last week. (Photo: Kevin Moore/MCIphoto)

Derry aim to end "difficult week" with victory

Will Patching sealed a big win for Derry City at Oriel Park from the penalty spot in the second half.

Derry City clinch big win at Oriel Park to keep title hopes alive

Higgins has backed his Derry City team to deliver another big victory at Oriel Park.

Higgins backs players to deliver when it matters

Derry City’s Sean Robertson misses a goal scoring chance in stoppage time against Sligo Rovers. Photograph: George Sweeney

Title dream isn't dead yet! insists Higgins

DISAPPOINTED: Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins. Photograph: George Sweeney

Derry's title hopes hit by defeat in Drogheda

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

Bradley blasts 'disgusting' penalty decision

Alan Cawley battles with Ciaran Martyn during his spell with St. Patrick's Athletic. The RTE pundit will be on duty this weekend at Brandywell. 0904MW25

"I certainly think there's more fight in Shels at the moment."
FORMER Shelbourne title winner Alan Cawley believes the 'dogged' Dubliners have 'more fight' and hold a crucial edge on Derry City in this season's compelling championship race.
Simon Collins

Ruaidhrí Higgins, manager of Derry City FC. Photo: George Sweeney

No one getting carried away with top spot - Higgins

Derry City's new signing Andre Wisdom. Photo: George Sweeney

"I've been asked the question, 'Why Derry?' and my reply is, why not?"

Derry City's Will Patching celebrates his goal against Cork back in 2022. (Photo: Kevin Moore)

"They're too big of a club to be where they are."

Cameron Dummigan was man of the match against Shelbourne but he might be redeployed at right back for the visit of Dundalk.

Derry City eye top spot but Higgins wary of wounded Dundalk

Derry City skipper Patrick McEleney has urged supporters to stick with the team as they bid for a first title since 1997.

Fats urges City fans to keep the faith!

Shelbourne manager Damien Duff. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2321GS - 81

Derry City and Rovers remain title favourites - says Duff

A flare is set of by Derry city supporters at a recent match at Brandywell. Photograph: George Sweeney

Derry City accepts suspended partial stadium closure

Will Patching and Derry City boss Ruaidhri Higgins pictured at the pre-match press conference at Brandywell this week. Photograph by Kevin Morrison.

Patching believes Rovers are still the team to beat!

Will Patching celebrates with fellow goalscorer Michael Duffy as Derry City run riot against Dundalk. Photographs by Kevin Morrison.

Higgins heaps praise on Derry 'special talent' Will Patching

The Vipers welcome the Causeway Giants to 'The Pit' in Greysteel on Sunday (k.o. 2pm). Photo: Ian Humes

Vipers welcome Giants to Greysteel 'Pit' this weekend

Former Derry City assistant manager Alan Reynolds returned to the Brandywell with Waterford. Photo: George Sweeney

Derry City will take some stopping says Reynolds

Donegal Derry Vipers in action.

Vipers prepare for big kick-off as American Football Ireland returns

Mark Connolly and his teammates were left frustrated by Sligo Rovers at the Showgrounds.

Unpredictable league will take time to settle: Connolly

Ruaidhrí Higgins, manager of Derry City FC. Photo: George Sweeney

Higgins expects Premier Division title race to be tighter than ever

Derry City manager Ruaidhrí Higgins may have to widen his search for a striker after talks with Dundalk over Pat Hoban reportedly stalled.

Hoban's Derry City talks stalled

Derry City hero Liam Coyle, who netted that vital winning goal in extra-time against Finn Harps to ensure the Brandywell club's status as a Premier Division club.

The Relief of Derry as Coyle emerges Bandywell club's saviour

DUBLIN, IRELAND - NOVEMBER 21: James McClean of Republic of Ireland is given a guard of honour by teammates after the International Friendly match between Republic of Ireland and New Zealand at Aviva Stadium on November 21, 2023 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

James McClean: a real champion

Derry City manager Ruaidhi Higgins. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2307GS – 88

Derry won't be giving up on title says Ruaidhri Higgins

Cameron McJanett's goal had given Derry the lead against Shamrock Rovers Photo: George Sweeney. DER2321GS - 86

Late penalty pins Derry City back as Rovers get Brandywell draw

Shane McEleney leads the Derry City team into the dressing room at Brandywell.

McEleney could 'die a happy man' if Derry lifted title

Danny Mullen says next week's clash with Shamrock Rovers won't decide the title chase. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2334GS – 06

Rovers game won't decide title race - Mullen

Brigade Seconds celebrate a dramatic title win on Saturday

Saints shock leaves Brigade on brink!

Ruaidhri Higgins and Declan Devine. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2315GS – 99

Devine glad to see back of Derry City!

A downbeat Ruaidhri Higgins acknowledges the support from the fans at the end of the FAI Cup game against St Patrick’s Athletic on Sunday evening. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2334GS – 11

Derry City will attack final 10 games says Ruaidhri Higgins

Shane McElheney, Cameron McJannett and Michael Duffy celebrate Jordan McEneff’s goal against Drogheda United. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2333GS – 14

Derry boss Higgins hails Drogheda victory as "crucial"

Tiernan McGinty celebrates his debut goal against Cork which secured Derry City's first win in five.

Buckley backs Derry to take title race to the wire

Derry City winger Ryan Graydon races past Sligo Rovers goalscorer Will Fitzgerald at the Showgrounds on Saturday night. Photograph by Kevin Moore.

Derry City closing in on league title favourites tag

Michael Duffy celebrates his second goal against UCD last Friday night at Brandywell. Photograph by Kevin Moore.

Michael Duffy says Derry City are clicking into gear

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