Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Derry City defeated Shelbourne 2:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by M. Duffy 14′, L. Boyce 31′. 1 yellow card was shown. Derry City had 39% possession while Shelbourne held 61%. Derry City had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Shelbourne. Derry City made 4 substitutions, Shelbourne made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Derry City and Shelbourne — 2 goals and 1 card recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Derry City had 39% possession against Shelbourne's 61%. Derry City registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Shelbourne managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–1. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
Derry City lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Tiernan Lynch, while Shelbourne deployed a 3-4-3 under Joseph Martin O'Brien.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Derry City is 6.94, compared to 6.90 for Shelbourne. 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. Derry City's highest-rated starter is M. Duffy (7.55), while Shelbourne's best-rated player is E. Caffrey (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Derry City have contributed 32 goals and 23 assists this season, led by M. Duffy (12G). Shelbourne's starters account for 17 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by A. Odubeko (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Derry City deploy 3 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against Shelbourne's 3-man backline averaging 6.89. 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
Derry City field 5 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus Shelbourne's 4 rated 6.93. 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
Derry City start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 3 for Shelbourne averaging 6.86. 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 41% for Derry City and 48% for Shelbourne. 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
Derry City's starters have collected 68 yellow cards this season, compared to 33 for Shelbourne. 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 Derry City's starting XI is 29.2 (youngest: H. Cann (22), oldest: M. Connolly (34)), while Shelbourne average 25.7 (youngest: E. Caffrey (22), oldest: S. Gannon (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
Derry City's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 29 for Shelbourne. 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: Tiernan Lynch
Substitutes
Coach: Joseph Martin O'Brien
Rivalry since 2020
Derry City vs Shelbourne Head to Head Results· 22
Derry City and Shelbourne have met 22 times — Derry City won 8, Shelbourne won 4, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Derry City leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 22 meetings. A combined 36 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.64 per match (22 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (41%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (23%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Derry City have recorded 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats. Shelbourne show 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026