Derry City vs Shelbourne

Derry City secured a critical 2-0 victory over Dundalk at Oriel Park, effectively relegating the latter from the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. Colm Whelan, making a comeback after 889 days, scored the opener by deflecting a header from Danny Mullen, while Will Patching sealed the win with a penalty on his birthday. This victory ended Derry's streak of five winless league matches and keeps them in contention for the title, just two points behind leaders Shelbourne. Dundalk's relegation marks a significant decline for the club, which had enjoyed a period of dominance in Irish football. The match highlighted Dundalk's struggles, as they had several opportunities but failed to capitalize, ultimately confirming their drop despite two games remaining. The future of Dundalk remains uncertain under new ownership, with fans awaiting clarity on the club's direction.