Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Derry City defeated Drogheda United 3:0. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by S. Todd 33′, R. Boyce 36′, D. Mullen 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Derry City had 73% possession while Drogheda United held 27%. Derry City had 20 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Drogheda United. Derry City made 4 substitutions, Drogheda United made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Derry City and Drogheda United — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Derry City had 73% possession against Drogheda United's 27%. Derry City registered 20 shots (7 on target) while Drogheda United managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–1. Fouls committed: 8–8.
Lineups
Derry City lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Tiernan Lynch, while Drogheda United deployed a 3-4-1-2 under Kevin Doherty.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Derry City is 6.99, compared to 6.63 for Drogheda United. 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 Drogheda United's best-rated player is C. Keeley (6.91).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Derry City have contributed 31 goals and 23 assists this season, led by M. Duffy (12G). Drogheda United's starters account for 5 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by C. Keeley (2G). 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 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Drogheda United's 3-man backline averaging 6.73. 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 7.08, versus Drogheda United's 5 rated 6.55. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.93, compared to 2 for Drogheda United averaging 6.78. 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 59% for Drogheda United. 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 63 yellow cards this season, compared to 19 for Drogheda United. 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 28.7 (youngest: H. Cann (22), oldest: M. Connolly (34)), while Drogheda United average 27.1 (youngest: A. Quinn (23), oldest: R. Brennan (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 23 league appearances each, versus 14 for Drogheda United. 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: Kevin Doherty
Rivalry since 2020
Derry City vs Drogheda United Head to Head Results· 24
Derry City and Drogheda United have met 24 times — Derry City won 8, Drogheda United won 6, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Derry City leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 24 meetings. A combined 57 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.38 per match (33 for the home side, 24 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (58%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (38%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Drogheda United are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Derry City have recorded 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats. Drogheda United show 3 wins, 0 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