Derry City host Drogheda United in a crucial LOI clash as both sides sit level on points after 7 games. Preview includes team news, form, key players, betting odds, and recent head-to-head record.
With both teams being level on points after 7 games this season, it’ll be a battle to break into the top of the table in Friday night’s game. Derry City are currently in 6th on a 0 goal difference while Drogheda sit in 8th with -2 goal difference. This will be the third of four away games for the Drogs fans with no away support, only adding to the previous away games without fans that ended badly for the Louth team.
Key Information
Kick off: 19:45
Where to watch: LOI TV
Betting odds (Paddy Power): Derry 8/15, Draw 14/5, Drogheda 9/2
Referee: Alan Patchell
Team News
It’s the first competitive meeting for Josh Thomas and Daragh Markey against Drogheda United since the two left the club at the end of last season.
Robert Slevin, Carl Winchester, Brain Maher are expected to miss the game for Derry against the Drogs, who have a full squad, apart from the injured Owen Lambe who is still recovering from an ACL tear.
Key Stats
Drogheda are without a win in their last 5 games, with 3 losses and 2 draws. Derry have 1 win in their last 5, alongside 1 draw and 3 losses.
Key Players
Michael Duffy will be the biggest threat for Derry as he’s registered 4 goals and an assist so far this season. Up against him is Conor Keeley who was key to the Drogheda line of defence last season and will be hoping to get back to winning ways.
Previous Meetings
25 September 2025: Drogheda 1-1 Derry
16 August 2025: Derry 1-1 Drogheda (FAI Cup – Drogheda won on pens) 27 June 2025: Derry 3-0 Drogheda
16 May 2025: Drogheda 1-1 Derry
11 April 2025: Derry 1-3 Drogheda