Derry City – Sligo Rovers

Derry City secured a hard‑earned 2‑1 victory over Sligo Rovers at the Brandywell, extending their lead in the league table to fifth place with 37 points from 30 games. The home side’s modest +2 goal difference (42‑40) proved just enough to edge the visitors, who remain down in tenth with 23 points and a -27 deficit (23‑50). The win also tipped the head‑to‑head balance this season in Derry’s favour, having already taken two of the three meetings while Sligo managed only a draw in the other encounter. With the three points, Derry inch closer to the European spots, whereas Sligo’s relegation worries grow as they sit well outside the safety zone.