Derry City v Dundalk Match Thread

[Nige92]

If Derry lose on Sunday against Rovers the Dundalk game takes on a whole new significance.

We've +6 goal difference so we'd really need to shit the bed over these last two games to drop out of 2nd

[refjohn]

If Derry lose on Sunday against Rovers the Dundalk game takes on a whole new significance.

We've +6 goal difference so we'd really need to shit the bed over these last two games to drop out of 2nd

Remember if Dundalk beat us every goal they win by is equivalent of 2 to goal difference. So 2-0, 2-0 would level us on goal difference. Let's just draw or beat rovers and enjoy the rest of season

[Keyser Soze]

If Derry lose on Sunday against Rovers the Dundalk game takes on a whole new significance.

We've +6 goal difference so we'd really need to shit the bed over these last two games to drop out of 2nd

These are 2 very tough games to finish out the season on, added to the fact that players might have one eye on the cup final and don't want to pick up any injuries, so may not give it 100%.

Rovers will want to put on a show for their fans and tv as they are presented with their trophy.

And Dundalk might be eyeing 2nd spot if we were to lose by a couple of goals to Rovers. As mentioned above, if they then beat us by 2 it would be all level.

So if we happen to lose both games, let's do it my 1 goal in each game!

[mokendismucker]

We talking 1 point from 2 games here. And how many domestic games have Derry lost by more than 1 goal this season? None.

[brandyball]

We talking 1 point from 2 games here. And how many domestic games have Derry lost by more than 1 goal this season? None.

Aye but Rovers away today then Dundalk at home. Not easy games. I still think thon fixture computer needs ReBooted... out the Winda.

[YorbaLinda]

Poor performance and some of the players looked like they had one eye on the final. Rovers are certainly the benchmark and we have a good bit to do to reach it. We still have work to do to confirm second spot.

[Nige92]

Poor performance and some of the players looked like they had one eye on the final. Rovers are certainly the benchmark and we have a good bit to do to reach it. We still have work to do to confirm second spot.

We have to avoid losing by a 3 goal margin. I would say that's unlikely. We've 2nd wrapped up

[brandyball]

Hopefully he doesn't make too many changes and we're able to secure 2nd place.

[brandyball]

Hopefully he doesn't make too many changes and we're able to secure 2nd place.

No Duify, Fats , Patching, and McGonigle on Bench. Hope these changes don't come back to haunt us.

[davybhoy]

That was another match that was poor to watch- not a shot on target. We've a long way to go to match rovers. Struggling to score goals has been the story of the season since April continues- 1 goal in 4 matches and 2 points from 12 isn't great form going into a final.

[magspat]

Very poor display tonight disappointed to say the least,not much momentum going into final.

[brandyball]

Stumbled over the line, Diallo misses final , tonight could be his last game?

[kitwe]

Thought Diallo was signed for next season?

[magspat]

So he is.

[brandyball]

Thought Diallo was signed for next season?

Oh is he aye. That's grand then.

[joe3576]

Everyone hammered me a few weeks ago, when i said the football was very poor.

I really hope we win the cup next win, I really really do, as I think the players deserve it big time.

But for a team to come 2nd, the standard of football is shocking.

The last five games, Treaty United, Shels, Sligo, Rovers and Dundalk have been horrific to watch.

I am very concerned how we are suddenly going to just deliver a great performance from out of nowhere next weekend.

The tactics have not changed one bit over 36 league games and it is very concerning.

Last night, in a game of zero interest, no shots, no saves nothing. Absolutely dismal and Dundalk looked miles better.


From a leading opposition analyst over the weekend in relation to Derry City, he stated to me the following:


1. Derry have the worst ratio of shots on target amongst the top 7 teams in the league.

2. Derry have the lowest goals scored in comparison to possession amongst the top 8 teams in the league.

3. We are the easiest team in the league to play against, as everyone knows what system we play. Rovers, Shels and Drogheda are the hardest.

4. We play mostly with 3 out of these 4 midfielders (Fats, Dummigan, Patching, Diallo) who all show NO intent to get ahead of the play and into the box, therefore they are very easy to contain and plan against.

5. Thomson while not of the same level as the 4 above, is regarded as a threat, as he does venture into the box, but he rarely starts for us.

6. The arrival of Duffy sparked an upturn in performances in August and September, as he was a genuine threat as he dribbled at the opposition, as opposed to Kavanagh who constantly drifts inside and slows down the play.

7. Derry defence is best in league.

8. But the lack of change to 2 up front in certain games, baffles analysts.

9. Consensus is that Derry definitely overachieved this season, and that while Pats and Dundalk were in transition this year, those two represent the biggest threat to Rovers next season. Derry may bring in more personnel, but if the system does not change, it is difficult to see genuine improvement.

He also remarked, how do you improve further on Dummigan, Fats, Duffy, Diallo, Maher, Boyce, Connolly, McJannett, Coll, Patchinhg, McGonigle - who are some of the best players in the league.

Very interesting comments.

[KEVK]

Everyone hammered me a few weeks ago, when i said the football was very poor.

I really hope we win the cup next win, I really really do, as I think the players deserve it big time.

But for a team to come 2nd, the standard of football is shocking.

The last five games, Treaty United, Shels, Sligo, Rovers and Dundalk have been horrific to watch.

I am very concerned how we are suddenly going to just deliver a great performance from out of nowhere next weekend.

The tactics have not changed one bit over 36 league games and it is very concerning.

Last night, in a game of zero interest, no shots, no saves nothing. Absolutely dismal and Dundalk looked miles better.


From a leading opposition analyst over the weekend in relation to Derry City, he stated to me the following:


1. Derry have the worst ratio of shots on target amongst the top 7 teams in the league.

2. Derry have the lowest goals scored in comparison to possession amongst the top 8 teams in the league.

3. We are the easiest team in the league to play against, as everyone knows what system we play. Rovers, Shels and Drogheda are the hardest.

4. We play mostly with 3 out of these 4 midfielders (Fats, Dummigan, Patching, Diallo) who all show NO intent to get ahead of the play and into the box, therefore they are very easy to contain and plan against.

5. Thomson while not of the same level as the 4 above, is regarded as a threat, as he does venture into the box, but he rarely starts for us.

6. The arrival of Duffy sparked an upturn in performances in August and September, as he was a genuine threat as he dribbled at the opposition, as opposed to Kavanagh who constantly drifts inside and slows down the play.

7. Derry defence is best in league.

8. But the lack of change to 2 up front in certain games, baffles analysts.

9. Consensus is that Derry definitely overachieved this season, and that while Pats and Dundalk were in transition this year, those two represent the biggest threat to Rovers next season. Derry may bring in more personnel, but if the system does not change, it is difficult to see genuine improvement.

He also remarked, how do you improve further on Dummigan, Fats, Duffy, Diallo, Maher, Boyce, Connolly, McJannett, Coll, Patchinhg, McGonigle - who are some of the best players in the league.

Very interesting comments.

100% agree.

We have become an awful team to watch, especially at home where the pitch doesn't help. No tempo, no exciting phases of play, no shots on target, no goal mouth action, no one-two's, no playing in triangles, very few forward incisive passes......

We have the players, but big changes in tactics and style of play needed for next season.

[adydcfc]

Hahahahahahahahaha jesus it gets more funny on here. Negative as always I see!!

[adydcfc]

Everyone hammered me a few weeks ago, when i said the football was very poor.

I really hope we win the cup next win, I really really do, as I think the players deserve it big time.

But for a team to come 2nd, the standard of football is shocking.

The last five games, Treaty United, Shels, Sligo, Rovers and Dundalk have been horrific to watch.

I am very concerned how we are suddenly going to just deliver a great performance from out of nowhere next weekend.

The tactics have not changed one bit over 36 league games and it is very concerning.

Last night, in a game of zero interest, no shots, no saves nothing. Absolutely dismal and Dundalk looked miles better.


From a leading opposition analyst over the weekend in relation to Derry City, he stated to me the following:


1. Derry have the worst ratio of shots on target amongst the top 7 teams in the league.

2. Derry have the lowest goals scored in comparison to possession amongst the top 8 teams in the league.

3. We are the easiest team in the league to play against, as everyone knows what system we play. Rovers, Shels and Drogheda are the hardest.

4. We play mostly with 3 out of these 4 midfielders (Fats, Dummigan, Patching, Diallo) who all show NO intent to get ahead of the play and into the box, therefore they are very easy to contain and plan against.

5. Thomson while not of the same level as the 4 above, is regarded as a threat, as he does venture into the box, but he rarely starts for us.

6. The arrival of Duffy sparked an upturn in performances in August and September, as he was a genuine threat as he dribbled at the opposition, as opposed to Kavanagh who constantly drifts inside and slows down the play.

7. Derry defence is best in league.

8. But the lack of change to 2 up front in certain games, baffles analysts.

9. Consensus is that Derry definitely overachieved this season, and that while Pats and Dundalk were in transition this year, those two represent the biggest threat to Rovers next season. Derry may bring in more personnel, but if the system does not change, it is difficult to see genuine improvement.

He also remarked, how do you improve further on Dummigan, Fats, Duffy, Diallo, Maher, Boyce, Connolly, McJannett, Coll, Patchinhg, McGonigle - who are some of the best players in the league.

Very interesting comments.

Let's see how easy we are to play against come Sunday. Full of s****

[adydcfc]

Everyone hammered me a few weeks ago, when i said the football was very poor.

I really hope we win the cup next win, I really really do, as I think the players deserve it big time.

But for a team to come 2nd, the standard of football is shocking.

The last five games, Treaty United, Shels, Sligo, Rovers and Dundalk have been horrific to watch.

I am very concerned how we are suddenly going to just deliver a great performance from out of nowhere next weekend.

The tactics have not changed one bit over 36 league games and it is very concerning.

Last night, in a game of zero interest, no shots, no saves nothing. Absolutely dismal and Dundalk looked miles better.


From a leading opposition analyst over the weekend in relation to Derry City, he stated to me the following:


1. Derry have the worst ratio of shots on target amongst the top 7 teams in the league.

2. Derry have the lowest goals scored in comparison to possession amongst the top 8 teams in the league.

3. We are the easiest team in the league to play against, as everyone knows what system we play. Rovers, Shels and Drogheda are the hardest.

4. We play mostly with 3 out of these 4 midfielders (Fats, Dummigan, Patching, Diallo) who all show NO intent to get ahead of the play and into the box, therefore they are very easy to contain and plan against.

5. Thomson while not of the same level as the 4 above, is regarded as a threat, as he does venture into the box, but he rarely starts for us.

6. The arrival of Duffy sparked an upturn in performances in August and September, as he was a genuine threat as he dribbled at the opposition, as opposed to Kavanagh who constantly drifts inside and slows down the play.

7. Derry defence is best in league.

8. But the lack of change to 2 up front in certain games, baffles analysts.

9. Consensus is that Derry definitely overachieved this season, and that while Pats and Dundalk were in transition this year, those two represent the biggest threat to Rovers next season. Derry may bring in more personnel, but if the system does not change, it is difficult to see genuine improvement.

He also remarked, how do you improve further on Dummigan, Fats, Duffy, Diallo, Maher, Boyce, Connolly, McJannett, Coll, Patchinhg, McGonigle - who are some of the best players in the league.

Very interesting comments.

Let's see how easy we are to play against come Sunday. Full of s****

Who was the opposition analyst? And seriously what games have you been watching? Derry had 20 shots last night (4 on target) which is a poor return. You also say Derry overachieved - what makes you say that?