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Drogheda United vs Derry City

Weavers Park, Drogheda26 September 2025 at 19:45

Match Events

Drogheda United
Derry City
Kick Off
5′Hayden Cann
Conor Keeley36′
38′Sadou Diallo
D. Kareem

assist: C. Keeley

39′
Half Time
53′Mark Connolly
54′
D. Mullen
S. FarrellL. Heeney
65′
D. KareemW. Davis
70′
78′
M. ConnollyC. Dummigan
83′Carl Winchester
Darragh Markey86′
J. ThomasJ. Stretton
87′
87′
D. MullenG. Whyte
90′Adam O'Reilly
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal8
4Shots off Goal5
20Total Shots19
7Blocked Shots6
14Shots insidebox13
6Shots outsidebox6
7Fouls16
8Corner Kicks6
2Offsides2
42%Ball Possession58%
2Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
8Goalkeeper Saves6
262Total passes366
134Passes accurate240
51%Passes %66%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Drogheda United is —, compared to 6.98 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. Drogheda United's highest-rated starter is —, while Derry City's best-rated player is M. Duffy (7.55).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Drogheda United have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by C. Kane (1G). Derry City's starters account for 29 goals and 20 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

Drogheda United deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Derry City's 4-man backline averaging 6.88. 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

Drogheda United field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Derry City's 4 rated 7.15. 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

Drogheda United start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Derry City averaging 6.88. 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.

Discipline

Drogheda United's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 73 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 Drogheda United's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: C. Kane (27), oldest: C. Kane (27)), while Derry City average 27.5 (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

Drogheda United's starters average 18 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.

Drogheda United5-3-24-3-3Derry City
GKDEFMIDFWD
45Dennison23Lambe18Bolger22Keeley4Quinn3Kane7Markey19Brennan17Farrell9Thomas34Kareem1Maher2Boyce16Cann22Stott6Connolly20Winches.19Fleming15Diallo8O'Reilly21Mullen7Duffy

Substitutes

Coach: Kevin Doherty

Substitutes

Coach: Tiernan Lynch

Drogheda UnitedPosition StrengthDerry City
Avg Rating
6.98
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.91
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (5 v 4)6.88
1G 0A3G 3A
Midfielder (4 v 4)7.15
0G 0A15G 15A
Forward (1 v 2)6.88
0G 0A11G 2A
Drogheda United5-3-2
45GoalkeeperL. Dennison
23DefenderO. Lambe
18DefenderJ. Bolger
22DefenderC. Keeley
4DefenderA. Quinn
3DefenderC. Kane1G
7MidfielderD. Markey
19MidfielderR. Brennan
17MidfielderS. Farrell
34MidfielderD. Kareem
9ForwardJ. Thomas
Derry City4-3-3
1GoalkeeperB. Maher6.9
2DefenderR. Boyce6.92G1A
16DefenderH. Cann6.81A
22DefenderJ. Stott6.91A
6DefenderM. Connolly6.91G
20MidfielderC. Winchester7.02A
19MidfielderB. Fleming7.11G2A
15MidfielderS. Diallo7.02G
7MidfielderM. Duffy7.512G11A
8ForwardA. O'Reilly6.94G1A
21ForwardD. Mullen6.97G1A

Match Summary

Drogheda United and Derry City drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by D. Kareem 39′, D. Mullen 54′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Drogheda United had 42% possession while Derry City held 58%. Drogheda United had 20 shots (9 on target) compared to 19 (8 on target) for Derry City. Drogheda United made 3 substitutions, Derry City made 2.

Rivalry since 2020

Drogheda United vs Derry City Head to Head Results

22 stretnutí
Drogheda United
5
wins
Drawn
8
Derry City
9
wins
Total goals
53 · 2.4/match
Both scored
12/22 · 55%
Over 2.5
9/22 · 41%

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API data: 11 May 2026