# Derry City
This month
March 2023
# All Square
Coll is Derry's hero in draw against Sligo to maintain unbeaten start to season
The in-form Max Mata gave Sligo Rovers the lead.
# LOI
Derry City lose grip of top spot after stalemate against Dundalk
The hosts couldn’t break down a stubborn Dundalk defence.
# On top
Derry City secure potentially-huge result away to Shamrock Rovers
Jamie McGonigle’s second-half strike was the difference as the Candystripes went top and the champions’ unbeaten home record came to an end.
Last month
February 2023
# Up and Running
Derry City strike twice against Cork to seal first win of the season
The Candystripes ran out 2-0 winners at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.
# Friday Night Lights
Biggest storyline? Likely champions? Our writers preview the 2023 LOI season
The actions kicks off tonight in the Premier Division.
# curtain raiser
Derry lay down early marker with President's Cup win over Shamrock Rovers
Goals from Will Patching and Michael Duffy handed Derry a 2-0 win.
# curtain raiser
President's Cup: A potentially season-defining rivalry is renewed
Derry City and Shamrock Rovers meet in the curtain-raiser to the 2023 season.
This year
2023
# shrewd
Derry City confirm signing of Adam O'Reilly from Preston on two-year deal
The Cork man is heading to Foyleside after impressing last term on loan at St Patrick’s Athletic.
Last year
2022
# Cameron McJannet
Derry City star named November player of the month after FAI Cup win
The Derry City star’s two goals in the 4-0 win over Shelbourne ensured he took the accolade.
# Candy shop
Derry City sign Ireland U21 international Whelan from UCD
The promising striker joins the FAI Cup champions on a two-year deal.
# Ringsend
Eight people were arrested as violence broke out between rival fans ahead of the FAI Cup final
Seven were cautioned and one man was charged and will appear in court.
# right blend
The outsiders and local boys - Derry City's perfect mix savour the emotion
Ruadihrí Higgins has his first piece of silverware as manager of the Candystripes’ manager as he looks to kick on from FAI Cup glory.
# Report
Historic FAI Cup victory for Derry City as they run riot against Shelbourne
Two goals from Cameron McJannet and one apiece for Jamie McGonigle and Jordan McEneff secured biggest ever margin of victory in the competition’s showpiece.
# Sitting Out
'I feel sorry for the young kid' - Damien Duff sympathy over cup final suspension
Derry City Sadou Diallomisses Sunday’s game.
# partytime
Andy Lyons and Rory Gaffney combine to kickstart Shamrock Rovers' title party in style
The Hoops beat Derry City 1-0 and will get their hands on the Premier Division trophy for a record 20th time tonight.
# Top Of The Tree
Shamrock Rovers complete league three-in-a-row after Derry City play out draw with Sligo
Stephen Bradley’s charges are champions once again as Derry City were unable to get a win tonight.
# bring it on
'Bring it here and we'll have a right go at each other... see who comes out on top'
Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley wants to clinch a third successive Premier Division title by beating Derry City next weekend.
# Report
83rd-minute equaliser against Shels keeps Derry's slim title challenge hopes alive
The Brandywell hosted a dress rehearsal for the FAI Cup final tonight.
# Passion
'Little old Shels. Everyone hates us, I think' - Duff after reaching FAI Cup final
Shelbourne defeated Waterford to qualify for their first FAI Cup final since 2011.
# Up for the cup
Derry City end eight-year wait for FAI Cup final spot
The Candystripes edged out Treaty United at the Brandywell.
# Candystripes
High-flying Derry keep in touch with Rovers after comprehensive win over Harps
The victory, an eighth on the spin, leaves Derry still in the hunt for the title as they stretched their unbeaten run to 17 matches in domestic competitions.
# KEEPINGPACE
Cian Kavanagh makes instant impact to keep Derry in title hunt
Candystripes’ 1-0 win against St Patrick’s Athletic takes them back to within two points of leaders Shamrock Rovers.
# Final Four
Ex-Shamrock Rovers duo score against old club as Derry City march into FAI Cup semi-finals
The hosts progressed to the last four of the competition after extra-time.
# Closing In
Derry City now just a point off the top after Duffy's magic strike seals win
Candystripes march into second spot above Dundalk.
# Pressure
Derry City hit form to cruise past UCD and cut gap at top to four points
With Dundalk held to a draw against Shelbourne, the Candystripes sit two points clear in second, but they will now have eyes on the big prize.
# Punishment
Uefa hand down fines to Shamrock Rovers and Derry over supporter behaviour
The Hoops have been hit with a fine of just over €20,000.
# home comfort
Derry City cruise into Cup quarters at expense of 10-man First Division leaders
Will Patching and Sadou Diallo found the mark for the hosts, while Ruairi Keating was sent off for Cork City.
# honours even
Drogheda take points from another title contender as Derry fail to make up ground
It finished 1-1, with Dayle Rooney and James Akintunde on target.
# Going Home
Jordan McEneff joins Derry City after leaving Arsenal
McEneff has returned to his hometown club having started the Irish season on loan at Shelbourne.
# All Square
Late Hoban goal rescues draw for Dundalk against Derry City
A share of the spoils at Oriel Park tonight.
# north west spoils
Last-gasp goal seals comeback derby victory for Derry City
Derry have returned to second spot in the Premier Division with a late victory away to Finn Harps.
# exit door
Ramos double ends Derry City's hopes in the Conference League as Riga advance
Derry were hoping to become the first Irish side to overcome a two-goal deficit in Europe.
# Seventh hell
Williams earns point for Drogs as Derry City's winless streak goes on
The Candystripes took a deserved lead through Matty Smith but were pegged back with 13 minutes to go.
# Ambition
Maher escapes club woes at Derry as he eyes history with Ireland
“We’ve beaten Sweden twice without conceding so you can see the character of the group and how we are pulling each other through it.”
# easy does it
Captain Toal to the rescue as Derry grab late equaliser to halt losing streak
It finished 2-2 between Derry City and Finn Harps.
# LOI
Derry City toppled from top spot after frustrating goalless draw against St Pat's
Champions Shamrock Rovers’ win against Sligo Rovers saw the Dubliners go one point ahead on the summit.
# Contenders
Derry make title statement with hammering of pitiful St Pat's
Ruaidhrí Higgins’ brilliant side were 4-0 winners at Richmond Park.
# honours even
Table-toppers Derry City see lead cut further after draw at Drogheda United
The Candystripes were held to a 1-1 draw at Head in the Game Park.
# Candystripes
Derry win north-west derby to move six points clear at the top of the Premier Division
Cameron McJannett and Will Patching got the goals for the Candystripes.
# League Leaders
Patching and Boyce on target as Derry go six points clear in the Premier Division
Ruaidhri Higgins’ side were too strong for UCD.
