FAI Cup final preview: Candystripes likely to leave capital with the cup

Derry and Shels face off in the showpiece at the Aviva Stadium this afternoon. 

FACE OFF: Shelbourne manager Damien Duff and Derry City boss Ruaidhrí Higgins. Picture: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Dublin Derry could catch on if the Candystripes grab the ultimate prize at Aviva Stadium today (3pm).

Always known as a fortress before its redevelopment, Derry’s ground of the Ryan McBride Brandywell hasn’t been as fruitful points-wise as their trips to the capital this season.