Shelbourne – Derry City

Shelbourne’s home ground proved no refuge as Derry City snatched a 1‑0 victory, nudging the visitors to fifth place with 37 points, just a point ahead of the hosts. The Irish side’s defensive frailties were highlighted by the narrow 37‑40 goal difference, while Derry’s slightly superior 42‑40 tally underlined their attacking edge. Shelbourne remain sixth with 36 points from eight wins, twelve draws and nine losses, a record that now leaves them trailing Derry by a single point. The win also tipped the head‑to‑head balance this season in Derry’s favour, having already taken two of the three meetings with Shelbourne, who managed only one triumph and a draw.