Drogheda United 2 Derry City 1 - report

Premier Division new boys Drogheda enjoyed an opening day win at O2 Park as Derry City went home empty handed.

Fri, 05 Jul, 2002 - 23:40

Premier Division new boys Drogheda enjoyed an opening day win at O2 Park as Derry City went home empty handed.

New signing Mark Dempsey fired United in front on 11 minutes before Derry veteran Liam Coyle levelled from the penalty spot five minutes before the break.

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