Hoops set to recall big guns for Derry clash

SHAMROCK ROVERS will be hoping to extend their 100% record for the season when they take on newly promoted Derry City at the Brandywell in the pick of tonight’s Airtricity League Premier Division ties.

After fielding what was effectively a reserve team in Tuesday’s Setanta Cup quarter-final second leg 4-2 victory over Irish League side Lisburn Distillery at Tallaght Stadium, Hoops manager Michael O’Neill will again make wholesale changes.

Central defender Craig Sives and striker Dean Kelly are doubtful with hamstring and calf injuries respectively. Since arriving at Rovers, O’Neill has seen his team record two wins and a draw on their three visits to the Brandywell.