Derry City aim to get back in contention

Derry City can get back into league contention should they beat Bohemians at the Brandywell, kick-off 7.45pm.

City boss Stephen Kenny may have to plan without Kevin Deery who struggling with a groin injury and will undergo a late fitness test.

However, Mark McChrystal returns and Owen Morrison is back in contention after playing in a midweek friendly against Coleraine.

Clive Delaney is suspended and will miss the clash with the Gypsies.

City boss Kenny said: "The players were excellent against Bray, especially in the second half. In fact, in the last two games we have scored eight goals and played some very attractive football.

"Hopefully we can now repeat those type of performances for the rest of the campaign.

"Bohemians come to the Brandywell on Friday as league favourites and we respect that, so we will need to maintain the level of play that we have shown we are capable of and hopefully finish up with another home victory and the three points"

Pat Fenlon's Bohemians travel without Glenn Cronin and Ken Oman who both have knee problems.

Mark Rossiter is also ruled out with a hamstring strain.

Midfielder John Paul Kelly is out through suspension.

Striker Jason Byrne is struggling with a thigh injury and is a doubt for the game, while long-time servant Kevin Hunt has played his last game for Bohs as he announced his retirement during the week.