Derry City, based in the vibrant city of Derry, Ireland, is a club steeped in rich footballing tradition. Known for their passionate fanbase and competitive spirit, the team has made significant strides in the League of Ireland. With a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging talents, Derry City is a team to watch in the current season. Their attacking prowess and solid defensive structure provide a balanced approach to the game. As they continue to develop their squad, fans can expect thrilling performances and a fight for top honors. Join us as we explore the strengths and dynamics of this exciting team.
Xtra rating
1373
Conservative: 809
Rank club
1639
Updated: 30 July 2026
Derry City Upcoming matches by league
Premier Division
-
2 August 2026 - 16:00 Regular Season - 26
St Patrick's Athl.No H2HDerry City
Richmond Park -
7 August 2026 - 18:45 Regular Season - 27
Derry CityNo H2HSligo Rovers
-
21 August 2026 - 18:45 Regular Season - 28
BohemiansNo H2HDerry City
Dalymount Park -
28 August 2026 - 18:45 Regular Season - 29
Derry CityNo H2HShamrock Rovers
FAI Cup
-
16 August 2026 - 15:00 Round of 16
UCDNo H2HDerry City
UCD Bowl
Derry City Last matches by league
Premier Division
-
3 July 2026 - 18:45 Regular Season - 23
Derry City2 - 4Waterford
-
26 June 2026 - 18:45 Regular Season - 22
Derry City2 - 0Drogheda United
-
22 June 2026 - 19:00 Regular Season - 25
Shamrock Rovers1 - 1Derry City
Tallaght Stadium
-
19 June 2026 - 18:45 Regular Season - 21
Galway United2 - 1Derry City
Eamonn Deacy Park
FAI Cup
-
19 July 2026 - 15:00 Round of 32
Derry City3 - 0Tolka Rovers
-
14 September 2024 - 16:45 Quarter-finalsThe Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium
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21 July 2024 - 17:00 2nd RoundThe Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium
UEFA Europa Conference League
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30 July 2026 - 17:30 2nd Qualifying Round
Derry City0 - 1HNK Rijeka
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23 July 2026 - 18:45 2nd Qualifying Round
HNK Rijeka1 - 0Derry City
UEFA Europa League
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16 July 2026 - 17:30 1st Qualifying Round
Derry City1 - 2CSKA Sofia
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9 July 2026 - 18:00 1st Qualifying Round
CSKA Sofia3 - 2Derry City
FAI President's Cup
-
31 January 2026 - 17:00 Final
Shamrock Rovers0 - 1Derry City
Tallaght Stadium
Friendlies Clubs
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9 January 2026 - 14:00 Club Friendly
Sligo Rovers1 - 0Derry City
Derry City Team Roster
Derry City’s squad features a blend of experienced players and young talents, making them a formidable opponent in the league. Notable figures include the dynamic attacker P. Hoban, who is known for his goal-scoring ability, and the versatile midfielder A. O’Reilly, who brings creativity to the midfield. The defense is anchored by Andre Wisdom, a seasoned player with a wealth of experience, while T. Ryan stands out as a reliable goalkeeper. Other key contributors include the industrious M. Duffy and the solid defensive presence of S. Robertson. Emerging talents like D. Mullen also add depth to the squad, showcasing the club’s commitment to nurturing young players. With this strong mix of talent, Derry City is well-equipped to challenge for success in the league.
position Goalkeeper
position Defender
3
Patrick McClean
DEF
Republic of Ireland
4
Jamie Garry Stott
DEF
England
6
Robert Slevin
DEF
Republic of Ireland
22
Conor Barr
DEF
Northern Ireland
23
Cameron Dummigan
DEF
Northern Ireland
24
Brooklyn Lyons-Foster
DEF
England
25
Christy Grogan
DEF
England
33
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O. O'Brien
DEF
position Midfielder
2
Barry Noel Cotter
MID
Republic of Ireland
7
Michael Duffy
MID
Northern Ireland
8
Adam Kieran O'Reilly
MID
Republic of Ireland
10
Darragh Markey
MID
Republic of Ireland
12
Darragh Burns
MID
Northern Ireland
14
Ellis Darren Chapman
MID
England
15
James Clarke
MID
Republic of Ireland
16
James Joseph McClean
MID
Northern Ireland
17
Nick Twisk
MID
Netherlands
19
Brandon Fleming
MID
England
20
Carl Winchester
MID
Northern Ireland
28
Olujimi James Olayinka
MID
England
31
C. Downey
MID
34
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C. O'Donnell
MID
position Attacker
M. McColgan
FWD
11
Gavin Whyte
FWD
Northern Ireland
21
Kévin David Nogueira Carvalho Santos
FWD
Portugal
24
Henry Rylah
FWD
England
27
Liam Boyce
FWD
Northern Ireland
32
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T. Doherty
FWD
35
L. Kelly
FWD
Last Derry City Coachs
Tiernan Lynch
Northern Ireland
Coach since
1 November 2024
Coach until
History
| Coach | Coach country | Coach since | Coach until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiernan Lynch | Northern Ireland | 1 November 2024 | |
| Ruaidhrí Higgins | Northern Ireland | 1 April 2021 | 1 November 2024 |
| Declan Devine | Northern Ireland | 1 January 2019 | 1 April 2021 |
| Kenny Shiels | Northern Ireland | 1 November 2015 | 1 December 2018 |
| Declan Devine | Northern Ireland | 1 January 2012 | 1 October 2013 |
| Stephen Kenny | Republic of Ireland | 1 December 2007 | 1 December 2011 |
| John Grant Robertson | Scotland | 1 July 2007 | 1 July 2007 |
Derry City Transfers
Latest player transfers from
| Player | Team from | Transfer type | Transfer date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Lyons-Foster |
HJK Helsinki
|
Transfer | 20 July 2026 |
| D. Burns |
Grimsby
|
- | 10 July 2026 |
| N. Twisk |
AZ Alkmaar
|
Free agent | 7 July 2026 |
| Christy Grogan |
Stockport County
|
Free agent | 4 July 2026 |
| E. Chapman |
Shelbourne
|
- | 2 July 2026 |
| C. Doherty |
Institute
|
Return from loan | 30 May 2026 |
| B. Cotter |
Barnsley
|
Free agent | 22 February 2026 |
| E. Beach |
Kilmarnock
|
Loan | 18 February 2026 |
| H. Rylah |
Charlton
|
Loan | 28 January 2026 |
| Kévin Santos |
Atlético Ottawa
|
Free agent | 25 January 2026 |
| Joshua Thomas |
Swansea
|
Loan | 18 January 2026 |
| J. McClean |
Wrexham
|
Free agent | 16 January 2026 |
| Patrick McClean |
Sligo Rovers
|
Transfer | 15 January 2026 |
| C. Barr |
Cliftonville FC
|
Return from loan | 7 January 2026 |
| D. Markey |
Drogheda United
|
Free agent | 31 December 2025 |
Latest player transfers to
| Player | Team to | Transfer type | Transfer date |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Sligo Rovers
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 | |
| B. Doherty |
Coleraine FC
|
- | 30 June 2026 |
| A. Bannon |
Burton Albion
|
Return from loan | 29 June 2026 |
| E. Beach |
Kilmarnock
|
Return from loan | 29 June 2026 |
| Joshua Thomas |
Swansea
|
Return from loan | 29 June 2026 |
| S. Diallo |
Bohemians
|
Free agent | 21 January 2026 |
| A. Frizzell |
Linfield
|
Free agent | 18 January 2026 |
| D. Mullen |
Dundalk
|
Free agent | 1 January 2026 |
| R. Boyce |
St Patrick's Athl.
|
Free agent | 31 December 2025 |
| Arlo Ricky Hugh Doherty |
Waterford
|
Free agent | 31 December 2025 |
| H. Cann |
Waterford
|
Free agent | 31 December 2025 |
| M. Connolly |
Coleraine FC
|
Free agent | 9 December 2025 |
| D. Idehen |
St Ives Town
|
- | 29 November 2025 |
| S. Patton |
Reading U21
|
Transfer | 1 September 2025 |
| S. Patton |
Reading
|
Transfer | 31 August 2025 |
Leagues Derry City has participated in
Last matches statistics for Derry City
| match | shots | Poss. | Pass % | Fouls | Cards | Saves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Derry City
4 - 1
Bohemians
12 June 2026
|
7 / 15 |
|
73 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
|
Galway United
2 - 1
Derry City
19 June 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Shamrock Rovers
1 - 1
Derry City
22 June 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Derry City
2 - 0
Drogheda United
26 June 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Derry City
2 - 4
Waterford
3 July 2026
|
2 / 16 |
|
0% | 5 | 2 | 0 |
|
CSKA Sofia
3 - 2
Derry City
9 July 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | 1 | |
|
Derry City
1 - 2
CSKA Sofia
16 July 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | 1 | |
|
Derry City
3 - 0
19 July 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
HNK Rijeka
1 - 0
Derry City
23 July 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Derry City
0 - 1
HNK Rijeka
30 July 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
Detailed statistics Derry City
Xtra rating history
Last rating points (most recent matches).
shots Derry City
Warnings Derry City
Passes Derry City
Goalkeeper saves Derry City
Latest start lineups Derry City (XI)
Derry City vs HNK Rijeka
UEFA Europa Conference League 2026 - 1593502
30 July 2026
HNK Rijeka vs Derry City
UEFA Europa Conference League 2026 - 1593490
23 July 2026
Derry City vs CSKA Sofia
UEFA Europa League 2026 - 1554448
16 July 2026
CSKA Sofia vs Derry City
UEFA Europa League 2026 - 1554441
9 July 2026
Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City
Premier Division 2026 - 1492737
22 June 2026
Derry City vs Shelbourne
Premier Division 2026 - 1492732
25 May 2026