Premier Division· Season 2025
Match Summary
Derry City defeated Waterford 7:2. The match was played in Premier Division 2025. Goals were scored by L. Boyce 5′, L. Boyce 24′, S. Diallo 36′, M. Connolly 41′, P. Amond 49′, M. Duffy 52′, L. Boyce 57′, G. Whyte 73′, P. Amond 79′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Derry City had 67% possession while Waterford held 33%. Derry City had 14 shots (11 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Waterford. Expected goals: Derry City 2.33 — Waterford 0.85. Derry City made 5 substitutions, Waterford made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Derry City and Waterford — 9 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Duffy
Match Statistics
Derry City had 67% possession against Waterford's 33%. Derry City registered 14 shots (11 on target) while Waterford managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 11–11.
Lineups
Derry City lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Tiernan Lynch, while Waterford deployed a 3-5-2 under John Coleman.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Derry City is 6.99, compared to 6.71 for Waterford. 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 Waterford's best-rated player is T. Lonergan (6.95).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Derry City have contributed 31 goals and 23 assists this season, led by M. Duffy (12G). Waterford's starters account for 7 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by T. Lonergan (4G). 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 Waterford's 3-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
Derry City field 5 midfielders averaging 7.08, versus Waterford's 5 rated 6.72. 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 Waterford averaging 6.70. 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 60% for Waterford. 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 9 for Waterford. 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 Waterford average 25.0 (youngest: S. Glenfield (20), oldest: P. Amond (37)). 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 Waterford. 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: John Coleman
Rivalry since 2019
Derry City vs Waterford Head to Head Results· 19
Derry City and Waterford have met 19 times — Derry City won 11, Waterford won 4, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Derry City leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 19 meetings. A combined 56 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.95 per match (36 for the home side, 20 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (58%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Derry City are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Derry City have recorded 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats. Waterford show 0 wins, 3 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