Derry look to availability of Kelly to alleviate injury problems

WHILE Derry City will enjoy their biggest day in five years amid an injury crisis, Kevin Mahon remains upbeat about his team’s chances.

His smile yesterday reflected a club that hasn’t stopped smiling since ending Cork City’s cup hopes in Turner’s Cross and completing the journey from brink of extinction to Carlsberg FAI Cup final in just two years.

Despite the club’s incredible recovery, there are problems to be sorted before they meet Shamrock Rovers.