Dundalk tame weakened Derry to go six points clear

Dundalk 5 Derry City 0

The Lilywhites’ title credentials were called into doubt following their defeat away to St Patrick’s Athletic last Friday night. That result, coupled with Cork City’s late winner against Shamrock Rovers, ensured their lead at the top was cut to three points with six games to go.

The fact this fixture was brought forward because of their EA Sports Cup final appearance later this month gave Stephen Kenny’s side an immediate chance to respond, however, and they did so in style.