Premier Division· Season 2025
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.
Match Events
Key match events between Drogheda United and Derry City — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Keeley
Match Statistics
Drogheda United had 42% possession against Derry City's 58%. Drogheda United registered 20 shots (9 on target) while Derry City managed 19 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 7–16.
Lineups
Drogheda United lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under Kevin Doherty, while Derry City deployed a 4-3-3 under Tiernan Lynch.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Drogheda United is 6.58, 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 C. Keeley (6.91), while Derry City's best-rated player is M. Duffy (7.55).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Drogheda United have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by C. Keeley (2G). 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 6.62 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 6.56, 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 61% for Drogheda United and —% 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
Drogheda United's starters have collected 20 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 26.3 (youngest: D. Kareem (19), oldest: R. Brennan (34)), 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 13 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Kevin Doherty
Substitutes
Coach: Tiernan Lynch
Rivalry since 2020
Drogheda United vs Derry City Head to Head Results· 24
Drogheda United and Derry City have met 24 times — Drogheda United won 6, Derry City won 9, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Derry City leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 24 meetings. A combined 58 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.42 per match (23 for the home side, 35 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 13 matches (54%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (42%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Drogheda United have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Derry City show 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026