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Conor celebrates following the FAI Cup semi-final victory in Galway. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Derry City fans the best Barr none says Conor

Will the Men’s Sports Direct FAI Cup return to Brandywell for a seventh time this year? Photograph: George Sweeney

"We've fire in the belly for FAI Cup success" - Lynch

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

Sean Hargan with the league Trophy at Brandywell in 1997.

'Hargy' urges Higgins to 'prove everybody wrong'

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgin.

"Ruaidhrí's a big boy and can look after himself."

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

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."

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins poses for a selfie with a young fan. Photograph: George Sweeney

It would be 'stupid' to discount Rovers says Duff, Higgins

Paul Hegarty issues instructions on the training pitch as he gets to know some of the Derry City players. Photo by Kevin Morrison.

Straight-talking Hegarty gets straight down to business

Defender Ciaran Coll says he wants to finish his career at Derry City.

Answering Derry City's Coll

Mark Connolly believes newboy Daniel Kelly will be a 'fantastic' addition to the Derry City dressing room. Photo: George Sweeney

Connolly lauds arrival of City newboy Daniel Kelly

It's been a frustrating year for Derry City’s Mark Connolly.

Connolly has his say on Hoban and Gaffney Derry City links

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

Duff bemused by 'astonishing' decision to rule out Moylan goal

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

Jamie McGonigle celebrates his second goal of the season against Cork City on Friday night. Photo by Kevin Moore.

McGonigle refocussed after midseason break

Paddy McLaughlin admits working with good friend Ruaidhrí Higgins played a major role in returning to Derry City.

Paddy McLaughlin happy to be back at Derry City
Derry City’s exciting future and teaming up with good friend Ruaidhrí Higgins were the big reasons why Paddy McLaughlin has decided to become assistant manager.
Kevin McLaughlin

Ex-Cliftonville manager Paddy McLaughlin has returned to Brandywell.

McLaughlin excited about future at Derry City

Derry City's Ben Doherty is looking forward to their Brandywell double against Drogheda United and Bohemians. Picture by Kevin Moore

Ben Doherty feels Drogheda United will have Brandywell game plan

Defender Ben Doherty wants Derry City to improve their home form, as tonight they welcome Drogheda United to the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.

Home improvements for Ben Doherty

Derry City manager Ruaidhrí Higgins talks to his former assistant Alan Reynolds during the warm-up at Shelbourne, on Friday night. Picture by Kevin Moore/MCI

Derry City boss Ruaidhrí Higgins pays tribute to Waterford bound Alan Reynolds

The late Kevin Higgins, third from left, pictured with his family, brothers Michael, Paddy and Ruaidhri alongside their parents Danny and Mary.

Ruaidhri Higgins opens up about heartache of his brother's death

First team coach Conor Loughrey is all smiles during Derry City's training.

Loughrey feels Derry City has right mix of youth and experience in their squad

The late Kevin Higgins

Fundraiser to bring Kevin Higgins home has already raised almost £12000

Derry City has condoled with the family of Kevin Higgins.

Derry City condoles with family of Kevin Higgins

Evan McLaughlin in action for Derry City prior to his successful loan spell with Coleraine in the Irish League. (Photo: Kevin Moore)

Derry City recall Evan McLaughlin from Coleraine loan spell

Derry City's Brian Maher met the club's new goalkeeping coach Michael Dougherty in Dublin just before Christmas.

Michael Dougherty looking forward to big 2023 for Derry City

Derry City new signing Tadhg Ryan is beaten by Matty Smith during last season's win for the Brandywell men at Bohemians.

New goalkeeper arrives at Brandywell
Derry City boss Ruaidhrí Higgins has given himself an early Christmas present with a new arrival to his squad ahead of the 2023 campaign.
Kevin McLaughlin

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins will be fully backed in the transfer market.

Chairman prepares to open budget talks with Higgins

Derry City's Ryan Graydon played a big role in the FAI Cup win over Shelbourne.

Derry City's Ryan Graydon completes childhood dream after FAI Cup success

Jamie McGonigle can't wait to play in front of 30,000 people at the Aviva Stadium.

Jamie McGonigle gunning for Cup double

Republic of Ireland head coach Stephen Kenny (left) and his former opposition analyst Ruaidhri Higgins.

Stephen Kenny hails Higgins' impact at Derry

Jamie McGonigle and Mark Connolly celebrate scoring in the FAI Cup semi-final against Shamrock Rovers.

FAI Cup glory can be catalyst for Derry success

Derry City's new signing Mark Connolly pictured at Brandywell. Photo by George Sweeney.

Mark Connolly wants to make history with Derry City

Cameron Dummigan has so far been Derry City's best player of the season. Kevin Moore/MCI

Cameron Dummigan signs Derry City contract extension

Derry City assistant boss Alan Reynolds talks to manager Ruaidhrí Higgins last week before their win over St Patrick’s Athletic. Picture by Kevin Moore/MCI

Derry City's Shane McEleney impresses since returning home

Derry City's Jamie McGonigle celebrates his first goal against UCD, on Friday night. Picture by Kevin Moore/MCI

Derry City's Jamie McGonigle delighted to back amongst the goals

Jamie McGonigle has signed a new contract with Derry City

Jamie McGonigle signs new Derry City deal

Conor Loughrey won't see much of the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium this season.

Conor Loughrey hits the road for Derry City

A section of the Derry City support pictured at Oriel Park last weekend on opening night and it promises to be an electric atmosphere at a sold-out Brandywell Stadium for the visit of Shamrock Rovers.

Derry City chairman Philip O'Doherty delighted with bumper season ticket sales

Derry City's Jamie McGonigle celebrates after scoring at Dundalk, on Friday night. Picture by JPJPhotography

Derry City's Ruaidhri Higgins praises frontman Jamie McGonigle after man of the ...

Derry City chairman Mr Philip O'Doherty (right) pictured with manager Ruaidhri Higgins and club President Mr Paul Diamond.

Ruaidhri Higgins is 'best manager in league'

Derry City pair Will Patching and Ciaron Harkin pictured in the club's new O'Neills polo shirts. Picture by Kevin Morrison

Derry City's Will Patching thrilled to back at Brandywell

Dundalk's Michael Duffy has always been a thorn in the side of Derry City teams during his time with the Co. Louth men.

Michael Duffy says he's hungry to win trophies with Derry City

Derry City striker James Akintunde has netted four times this season.

James Akintunde says Derry City strikers given license to thrill

Derry City's U17 forward Callum Gillen has scored three goals this campaign for Mo Mahon and Donal O'Brien's young charges who reached the midway part of the season unbeaten. Photographs by The Jungleview

Derry City's Academy has become club's factory of hope

Brian Donaghey, Institute Head Coach.

Institute's new head coach Brian Donaghey feels ready for hot-seat

Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins is delighted to have signed midfielder Gerard Storey.

Derry City boss Ruaidhri Higgins thrilled to sign Gerard Storey

Derry City captain Eoin Toal rises high to head this one during Saturday night's win at Longford Town. Picture by Kevin Moore/MCI

Derry City's Eoin Toal enjoying life under Ruaidhri Higgins' leadership

Derry City's James Akintunde has signed a new contract extension. Picture by Kevin Morrison

Derry City boss Ruaidhri Higgins thrilled duo sign new deals

Will Patching pictured in action at United Park, a game where he netted a brace of goals for the Candy Stripes in a 2-1 win.

Will Patching is one of the best players in the league - I've got to get him bac...

Ciaron Harkin was delighted to pen a new contract at Derry City.

Ciaron Harkin insists he would never walk away from 'exciting' Derry City challe...

Longford Town manager Daire Doyle and Derry City boss Ruaidhri Higgins pictured on the touchline during Friday's Premier Division clash at Brandywell. Picture by Kevin Moore.

Daire Doyle tips his ex Coventry City pal Ruaidhri Higgins for the top

Former Derry City number one Gerard Doherty feels it's a good call by the club to appoint Ruaidhri Higgins as manager.

Ex-Derry City goalkeeper Gerard Doherty backs former team-mate Ruaidhri Higgins ...

Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured with new Derry City boss Ruaidhri Higgins

Stephen Kenny backs Ruaidhri Higgins to bring glory days back to Derry City but ...

New Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins has been tipped for success at Brandywell.Photograph by JOE BOLAND.

Barry Molloy believes Ruaidhri Higgins has the pulling power to attract top play...

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