Shelbourne – Derry City

Shelbourne’s home ground proved a tough venue as Derry City snatched a 2‑1 victory, nudging the visitors to fifth place with 37 points, just one ahead of the hosts who remain sixth on 36. The win lifted Derry’s goal difference to +2 (42‑40) while Shelbourne stay marginally behind at –3 (37‑40). Across the season’s three meetings, Derry have now the edge, having won twice and drawn once after Shelbourne’s solitary triumph. Both sides’ records remain tightly matched, each with eight wins and nine defeats, but the extra point keeps Derry perched a notch above their rivals in the table.