Double double still on as Dundalk set up Cork clash

Derry City 1 Dundalk 2: Dundalk remain on course to repeat their domestic double, the reigning FAI Cup champions securing a place in this season’s final following a hard-working display at the Brandywell last night.

Forced into this semi-final replay by Derry City, Stephen Kenny’s side were forced to battle throughout the 90 minutes as the home side’s endeavour and tenacity fell short on the night.

In a close encounter, Derry will be bitterly disappointed but their hopes of a place in next season’s Europa League remain on track, a target which had been identified at the start of the season.