Sligo Rovers – Derry City

The league showdown at The Showgrounds ended in a goalless stalemate, leaving Sligu Rovers still rooted to tenth place with 23 points from five wins, eight draws and 17 defeats, while Derry City remain comfortably fifth on 37 points after eight victories, 13 draws and nine losses. Both sides have struggled to find the net, with Sligo’s 23‑50 goal deficit contrasting sharply with Derry’s modest +2 margin (42‑40). The result continued Derry’s dominance in their head‑to‑head encounters this season, having already secured two wins and a draw against the Rovers. With the point shared, Sligo’s hopes of climbing the table remain slim, whereas Derry stay within striking distance of the leaders, needing only a win to keep the pressure on the top‑four rivals.