Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Derry City defeated Cork City 2:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by L. Boyce 24′, D. Daniels 62′, K. Holt 81′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Cork City had 49% possession while Derry City held 51%. Cork City had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Derry City. Cork City made 5 substitutions, Derry City made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Cork City and Derry City — 3 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. O'Sullivan
Match Statistics
Cork City had 49% possession against Derry City's 51%. Cork City registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Derry City managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–12. Fouls committed: 16–12.
Lineups
Cork City lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Gerard Nash, while Derry City deployed a 5-3-2 under Tiernan Lynch.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Cork City is —, compared to 6.99 for Derry City. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Cork City's highest-rated starter is —, while Derry City's best-rated player is M. Duffy (7.55).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Cork City have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Derry City's starters account for 33 goals and 24 assists, spearheaded by M. Duffy (12G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Cork City deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Derry City's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Cork City field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Derry City's 4 rated 7.11. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Cork City start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Derry City averaging 6.90. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Cork City and 41% for Derry City. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Cork City's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 67 for Derry City. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Cork City's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Derry City average 28.5 (youngest: H. Cann (22), oldest: M. Connolly (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Cork City's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 24 for Derry City. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Gerard Nash
Substitutes
Coach: Tiernan Lynch
Rivalry since 2019
Cork City vs Derry City Head to Head Results· 15
Cork City and Derry City have met 15 times — Cork City won 0, Derry City won 12, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Derry City leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 33 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.20 per match (5 for the home side, 28 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Derry City are currently unbeaten in the last 15 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2019.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Cork City have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Derry City show 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026