Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Sligo Rovers defeated Derry City 2:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by P. McClean 19′, W. Waweru 45′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Sligo Rovers had 43% possession while Derry City held 57%. Sligo Rovers had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Derry City. Sligo Rovers made 3 substitutions, Derry City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sligo Rovers and Derry City — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Doyle-Hayes
Match Statistics
Sligo Rovers had 43% possession against Derry City's 57%. Sligo Rovers registered 14 shots (6 on target) while Derry City managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 6–9.
Lineups
Sligo Rovers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under John Russell, while Derry City deployed a 5-4-1 under Tiernan Lynch.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sligo Rovers is 6.92, compared to 6.72 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. Sligo Rovers's highest-rated starter is S. Sargeant (7.26), while Derry City's best-rated player is C. Winchester (6.96).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sligo Rovers have contributed 5 goals and 2 assists this season, led by W. Fitzgerald (4G). Derry City's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. Duffy (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Sligo Rovers deploy 3 defenders rated 7.00 on average, against Derry City's 4-man backline averaging —. 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
Sligo Rovers field 6 midfielders averaging 6.76, versus Derry City's 5 rated 6.87. 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
Sligo Rovers start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Derry City averaging 6.40. 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 70% for Sligo Rovers and 78% 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
Sligo Rovers's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 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 Sligo Rovers's starting XI is 23.3 (youngest: J. McManus (20), oldest: S. Sargeant (28)), while Derry City average 30.2 (youngest: B. Maher (25), oldest: L. Boyce (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
Sligo Rovers's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 7 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: John Russell
Substitutes
Coach: Tiernan Lynch
Rivalry since 2019
Sligo Rovers vs Derry City Head to Head Results· 30
Sligo Rovers and Derry City have met 30 times — Sligo Rovers won 8, Derry City won 13, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Derry City leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 30 meetings. A combined 62 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.07 per match (26 for the home side, 36 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (40%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (37%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–4 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sligo Rovers have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Derry City show 1 win, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026