Derry City rallies to beat Cork City 2-1 at Brandywell

Derry City staged a comeback to defeat Cork City 2-1 at the newly built North Stand of Brandywell Stadium, with Michael Duffy scoring the decisive goal. After trailing due to Kitt Nelson's opener for Cork, Derry equalized with a stunning overhead kick from Ronan Boyce and then Duffy's left-foot strike secured the win. The match marked the official test event for the £2 million stand, accommodating 850 supporters. Derry's performance improved significantly in the second half, culminating in their fourth consecutive match without a loss. This victory places them sixth in the Premier Division, extending their unbeaten streak against Cork to 13 matches since 2019. The match showcased Derry's resilience, as they had previously struggled after conceding first in earlier games this season.