Derry City will face Shelbourne in a highly anticipated FAI Cup quarter-final at the Brandywell, marking a repeat of the 2022 final in which Derry triumphed 4-0. Both teams are currently competing for the Premier Division title, making this matchup pivotal as they vie for a potential cup and league double. Shelbourne, seeking their first FAI Cup win since 2000, advanced by defeating Bray Wanderers and Galway United, while Derry knocked out reigning champions St Patrick's Athletic and Cork City. Other quarter-final matches include UCD against Bohemians, Athlone Town hosting Drogheda United, and Wexford facing Treaty United. All matches are scheduled to take place from September 13-15, with the final set for November 10 at Lansdowne Road. The stakes are high as both teams aim to solidify their chances for silverware this season.