Derry move within two points of St Pat's as they halt Shelbourne's seven match unbeaten run

The Foylesiders issued a statement of their title intent with an impressive performance with first half goals from Michael Duffy and Liam Boyce sealing the win.

CLOSING IN ON TOP SPOT: Derry City's Liam Boyce with team-mate Michael Duffy. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

SSE Airtricity Premier Division: Derry City 2 (Duffy 14’, Boyce 31’) Shelbourne 0

DERRY City moved to within two points of leaders St Patrick's Athletic who visit Brandywell on Monday night after a first victory over champions Shelbourne since March 2022.