Derry City – Sligo Rovers

Match analysis

Derry City secured a hard‑earned 2‑1 victory over Sligo Rovers at the Brandywell, extending their lead in the league table to fifth place with 37 points from 30 games. The home side’s modest +2 goal difference (42‑40) proved just enough to edge the visitors, who remain down in tenth with 23 points and a -27 deficit (23‑50). The win also tipped the head‑to‑head balance this season in Derry’s favour, having already taken two of the three meetings while Sligo managed only a draw in the other encounter. With the three points, Derry inch closer to the European spots, whereas Sligo’s relegation worries grow as they sit well outside the safety zone.

• 30´ ⚽ J. HakikiSligo Rovers
• 60´ 🔁 D. MarkeyDerry City
• 60´ 🔁 C. KavanaghSligo Rovers
• 66´ 🔁 R. O'KaneSligo Rovers
• 72´ 🟨 Patrick McCleanDerry City
• 75´ 🟨 Sam SargeantSligo Rovers
• 80´ 🔁 D. PattonSligo Rovers
• 80´ 🔁 J. HakikiSligo Rovers
• 82´ ⚽ A. BannonDerry City
• 92´ 🟨 Josh ThomasDerry City
• 90´ ⚽ J. ThomasDerry City