Talking Derry City: Everywhere we go
by Derry Journal
Talking all things Derry City, Journal sports reporter Simon Collins and Kevin McLaughlin discuss the latest goings-on in the Brandywell. Featuring special guests, behind the scenes gossip and lots more, join in the weekly conversation.
Episodes
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FAI Cup Final: The Tale of Two Cities
FAI Cup Final week has arrived and Kevin and Simon are at the Shandon Hotel to discuss the build-up to Sunday's Aviva Stadium showdown between Derry City and Waterford. Featuring interviews from the official press conference at City Hotel where we hear the latest thoughts from Mark Connolly,...
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A McClean break-up as Derry gear up for league finale in Sligo
Simon and Michael are at Brandywell as news breaks of James McClean's contract termination; the club and player reached an agreement following a long drawn-out saga. Featuring an interview with James Clarke, the lads discuss the final league fixture of the season against Sligo at the Showgrounds…
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Captain Paddy leading Derry through the storm
With the James McClean controversy raging on after the Ireland international's comments on men's mental health, his brother Patrick is captaining Derry City through the storm. He produced a sensational man of the match performance against St Pat's as Kevin Dos Santos also stepped up to the plate…
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FAI Cup Final Bound! Duffy Delivers as Derry Rise Again
Six times winners Derry City is back at the Aviva for a 13th FAI Cup Final after a brilliant victory over Galway United at Eamonn Deacy Park. Simon and Kevin discuss another Michael Duffy masterclass and how Mark Connolly has revived the season and reconnected with the fanbase. Featuring…
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Two sides go to war: A sorry saga and a semi-final
Four days before Derry City's biggest game of the season - an FAI Cup semi-final against Galway United - the PFAI on behalf of James McClean, issued a statement hitting out at Derry's treatment of the Ireland centurion. Simon and Kevin discuss the latest developments in the ongoing dispute, the...
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Full Circle: Back where it all began with Niall McGinn
Former Northern Ireland international, Celtic and Aberdeen winger Niall McGinn chats about his full-circle journey: from his first full-time professional contract with Derry City to a dream move to Celtic, finding a home in Pittodrie and his unforgettable international memories including…
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Derry City looking sharp in FAI Cup semi-final dress rehearsal against Galway
Derry City went into the international break looking sharp after a comfortable 1-0 victory over Galway United at Brandywell, a pseudo dress rehearsal for the FAI Cup semi-final. Simon and Kevin look back at the talking points from a successful week for Mark Connolly's men including the…
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Fighting to the finish: Connolly’s Derry City Revival
It's been a productive weekend on the road for Derry City, as Mark Connolly's troops battled for four valuable points out of six at Shelbourne and Waterford. The Monaghan man has got the Candy Stripes firing on all cylinders ahead of Friday night's home clash with Galway United. Can Derry finish…
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Derry's Cup dream alive and kicking as Dundalk dispatched
Derry City progressed to an FAI Cup semi-final meeting with Galway after an impressive comeback victory over Dundalk at Brandywell. Kevin and Michael discuss the performance, a difficult tie at Eamonn Deacy Park and the shock transfer of Barry Cotter to CSKA Sofia. The lads also look ahead to the...
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Danny Mullen: Derry Regrets, Dundalk Belief & a Brandywell FAI cup battle
With Kevin off on a Spanish retreat, Simon secures the Transfer Deadline Day signing of Dundalk striker and former Derry City favourite Danny Mullen to take his place - a significant upgrade on his co-presenter! Danny previews the biggest match of the season: the FAI Cup quarter-final against the...
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'Derry is an easy sell. It's the biggest club in Ireland' - with James Keddy
1997 title winner with Derry City, James Keddy gives his thoughts on the club's current problems, the characteristics needed to manage 'the biggest club in Ireland', recruitment strategies and how the structures of the football club need reinforced. The Dubliner also gives an insight into the...
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Derry's FAI Cup escape at UCD
After a turbulent week of controversy surrounding James McClean's stand-off with the football club, Derry City enjoyed an FAI Cup tonic but it was far from plain-sailing against UCD in Belfield. Simon and Kevin discuss the events of a night where Derry rode their luck while the lads react to the...
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No More Drama - McClean Saga Continues
The James McClean saga rumbles on as reports claim Derry City terminated his contract. The Ireland centurion turned up for training on Tuesday despite those suggestions as the national media gathered outside Brandywell. Kevin and Simon discuss another eventful week at the club which hosted a meet...
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The Lynched Effect - Emergency Podcast
Derry City has parted company with Tiernan Lynch after 18 months in charge. We dissect where it went wrong, who's to blame and what happens next as Mark Connolly slotted into the role and guided the team to a comprehensive win over Sligo Rovers. We also discuss James McClean's continued absence...
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No Ringmaster under the Big Top at Brandywell
Derry City is fast becoming the 'laughing stock' of the League of Ireland as the James McClean social media circus continues to undermine manager Tiernan Lynch. With the club underperforming—just six wins in 26 league matches and seven wins from 31 in all competitions—the latest controversy has...
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Out-foxed in Rijeka but it's all to play for at Fortress Brandywell
Derry City were out-foxed in Rijeka but it's still all to play for at Brandywell in the UEFA Conference League second leg. Simon and Kevin also discuss the potential to have a regular PSNI presence at the stadium after the CSKA Sofia disaster; Derry's significant financial losses, the latest...
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CSKA Sofia fallout, Cup Joy and the Euro crusade continues
After the ugly scenes which marred the return of European football to Brandywell, Kevin and Michael discuss the fallout as Uefa prepare to come down hard on CSKA Sofia and Derry. The lads also review Derry's FAI Cup win over Tolka Rovers and a Conference League clash in Croatia.
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European Nights back at Brandywell & Darragh Burns' First Interview
It's a huge week for Derry City Football Club with CSKA Sofia arriving for the second leg of the Uefa Europa League first round qualifier at Brandywell. Derry are trailing 3-2 but it's all to play for and it promises to be another special European night at the Lone Moor Road venue. Kevin and…
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Euro adventure off and running in sunny Sofia
Featuring fan interviews and footage from Murphy's Irish bar in Sofia, Simon and Kevin are in Bulgaria as Derry City's European adventure gets off and running against CSKA Sofia.
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Brandywell homecoming and the Candy Stripe kid
Cameron Dummigan produced another wonder strike as Derry City made a winning return to Brandywell Stadium, featuring its spectacular £1.4million grass pitch and new mascot The Candy Stripe Kid. Kevin is joined by Michael Wilson this week as they discuss all the talking points including potential...
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Return to Brandywell with the 'Pitch Professor' Richard Hayden
Simon and Kevin look back at Derry City's Jekyll and Hyde performances over the weekend with reaction from Liam Boyce. The lads also preview the long awaited return to Brandywell. Featuring an exclusive interview with the project manager of the state-of-the-art Brandywell pitch project Richard...
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It's Sofia so good for Derry
It's been a busy week on and off the pitch for Derry City who resumed after the midseason break with an emphatic win over Bohs at Celtic Park. Mark Connolly was appointed Director of Football and there's been several Brandywell exits. The Europa League draw paired the Candystripes with CSKA Sofia...
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Derry drifting towards another rebuild
Featuring interviews with Derry City treble winners Liam Coyle and Felix Healy, Simon and Kevin look back on the end of an era as the Brandywell club's 'Legends' hang up their boots. The lads also give their thoughts on what's expected to be another big player turnaround in the summer transfer...
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Transparency needed amid Derry crisis
Derry City went into the midseason break after a 2-1 loss to Dundalk to stretch their winless run to seven matches as pressure on Tiernan Lynch reaches boiling point. Kevin and Simon discuss the fallout and question why the Derry City Board hasn't been more transparent or outspoken about the…
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Tiernan's Team of Strangers and No striker
Simon and Kev pick the bones of two dull, scoreless draws at Celtic Park over the Bank Holiday weekend and Tiernan Lynch's decision to play without a recognised striker despite the club's struggles in front of goal. Patrick McClean provides an honest assessment of where the team is going wrong…
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'How have we allowed it to get to this stage?' with Liam Coyle
Treble winner Liam Coyle discusses Derry City's current issues including Tiernan Lynch's future, the crucial role of the new Head of Recruitment, how ex-players can be utilised more and the danger of fans turning against the club. He also reveals plans for a 'last hurrah' for the Derry City Legends.
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Tinkering Tiernan
Kevin McLaughlin has had enough and went to his retreat in Spain but Simon and Michael picked up the pieces after a disastrous defeat in Drogheda. Calls for a change in management are intensifying ahead of a trip to bottom of the table Waterford. Can Tiernan Lynch turn it around? The lads discuss...
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Derry Draw Specialists
After back-to-back 1-1 draws Simon and Kevin discuss all the big talking points from the Bank Holiday double header including, Tiernan's tactics, Winchester's new deal and that bizarre Pat Hickey handball. Featuring an interview with goalscorer Kevin Dos Santos and a look ahead to Friday's trip…
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Celtic Perks for Derry City
After a hugely memorable and historic night at Celtic Park, the buzz is back for Derry City Football Club. Simon and Kevin look back at the 1-0 victory over Shamrock Rovers and discuss how Derry transformed the home of Derry GAA for a night which could kickstart their season. Featuring an…
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Derry City history in the making at Celtic Park
Ahead of the historic first match at Celtic Park for Derry City Football Club on Friday night, Simon and Kevin are joined by club director Robert Martin who explains some of the logistics and key information for supporters ahead of Shamrock Rovers' visit to the home of Derry GAA. It's the first...
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Are Derry City fans checking out?
On this week's episode Kevin and Simon recap on another disappointing night for Derry City and discuss the growing apathy from the club's fanbase. Featuring an interview with Ben Doherty and a preview of a tough trip to Tolka Park.
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Knives are out after Easter debacle
One point from two games over the Easter holiday period has ramped up the pressure on Derry City boss Tiernan Lynch. Simon and Kevin discuss the manager's situation amidst growing calls for a change. It's a six match winless run and Derry must turn the tide in Dundalk on Friday night. Featuring...
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'Time for a new conductor?' with Sean Hargan
1997 League of Ireland title winner Sean Hargan joins Simon and Kevin for this week's episode and the former defender doesn't hold back in his opinion of Derry City disappointing start to the campaign. The FAI Cup winner who made over 400 appearances for his hometown club questions if Derry need…
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Back in the Droghouse
Featuring an interview with Jamie Stott, this week's episode discusses Derry City's latest disappointing result against Drogheda United; calls for a change of management from large sections of the City support; the end of an era at Brandywell Stadium and much more.
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Derry City's 12 Good Men
On this week's episode of Talking Derry City, Simon and Kevin discuss the Brandywell club's recent form after a hard fought draw against St Pat's in Inchicore provided some breathing space for Tiernan Lynch and his troops. Featuring an interview with City skipper Michael Duffy and a look ahead to...
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No Call For Panic Stations . . . Yet!
Featuring interviews with SSE Airtricity/Soccer Writers Ireland Player of the Month Michael Duffy, this week's episode picks the bones of a disappointing night in Tallaght. Simon and Kevin also discuss what is a crucial week for Derry City with a double header against Dublin opposition up next!
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Duff Luck on Waterford as Mickey stars
On this week's episode of Talking Derry City, Kevin and Simon are joined by Derry City's newly appointed Football Social Responsibility Officer Lawrence Moore who gives us the lowdown on his new role and plans that are afoot. Also featuring interviews with hat-trick hero Michael Duffy and Dipo...
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No Great Escape for Derry City
Simon is joined by Michael Wilson for this week's episode as Kevin needs a holiday in Spain after watching Derry's first loss of the season to Bohemians. The guys discuss the big talking points including the signing of Barry Cotter and Tiernan Lynch's recruitment, formation, team selection and…
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Another Late, Late Show at Brandywell
Michael Duffy rescued a point with the last kick of the game against Dundalk last Friday night and Kevin and Simon discuss Derry City's performance and debate some of the contentious moments in the game. From team selection to refereeing blunders, the guys cover all the talking points from week…
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What a Brandywell start..... but it's only a start!
Kevin McLaughlin is joined by Michael Wilson to discuss Derry City's winning start to the new season, ugly half-time scenes and look forward to Dundalk's visit to Brandywell Stadium this Friday.
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League of Ireland back with a bang!
The League of Ireland returned with a bang with James McClean inspiring Derry City to the President's Cup victory over Shamrock Rovers. Simon and Kevin give their predictions for the season and give their early thoughts on Tiernan Lynch's side.
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Return of the Mac
Simon and Kevin open season 3 of Talking Derry City with a James McClean special as the lads discuss the impact made by the signing of the Ireland centurion, featuring interviews with James and his wife Erin. After getting a glimpse of Derry in the Billy Kee Memorial Cup Final, the lads also look...
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Season finale with Mark Connolly
The 2025 season has come to a close and Simon and Kevin discuss what's been a successful first campaign for Tiernan Lynch, picking out some of their finest moments of the year. Derry City's outgoing skipper Mark Connolly joins the lads as he reflects back on his memorable three-and-a-half years…
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Brandywell Bombshell - The future looks bright for the Red and White!
On this week's show, Simon and Kevin reflect on a hugely promising finish to the 2025 season as Derry City cement second place with a win at Cork on the final day. Kevin also breaks the news that Brandywell Stadium is set to have a new grass hybrid pitch installed in the New Year while we await…
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Euro stars: 'If ifs and ands were pots and pans'
Simon and Kevin discuss a monumental win for Derry City over Shamrock Rovers last Sunday in the final home match of the season. Featuring interviews with Tiernan Lynch and Brandon Fleming, the lads go over all the talking points of another eventful weekend in the League of Ireland and look ahead…
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Can Derry delay the inevitable title party?
Kevin McLaughlin is joined by Gary Ferry who has taken some time out from his farewell tour to discuss Derry City's big win in Waterford which has edged them nearer to European qualification. The lads discuss the weekend's action and look ahead to a monumental fixture at Brandywell where Derry…
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Grassroots and Green Shoots with Mark McChrystal
Derry City's Technical Director Mark McChrystal joins us this week as a special guest to discuss the latest developments within the club's Academy structures. McChrystal talks about the Irish government's £3million investment in League of Ireland academies and how it will benefit Derry City. He...
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Duffy - Signed, Sealed, Delivered Again!
Michael Duffy scored a last gasp winner against Sligo Rovers to put Derry City in full control of their European destiny with three games to go. Kevin and Simon discuss another huge result for Tiernan Lynch's side and predict how the final few matches of the campaign will go. Featuring interviews...
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Rumour has it . . . with Patrick McClean
The rumour mill was in full swing ahead of Derry City's 1-1 draw in Drogheda and Simon and Kevin try to make sense of it all on this week's episode. Featuring an interview with Michael Duffy who signed a new deal with the club and Sligo Rovers defender Patrick McClean who is relishing the thought...
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Community Engagement and Contract Clarity
Featuring interviews with Dennis Tueart and Joey O'Brien, this week's episode takes a look back at the successful 40th anniversary Gala Night at the Everglades and the lads reflect on a decent point at home to Euro rivals Shelbourne. Simon and Kevin also discuss the situation with out of contract...
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Talking all things Derry City, Journal sports reporter Simon Collins and Kevin McLaughlin discuss the latest goings-on in the Brandywell. Featuring special guests, behind the scenes gossip and lots more, join in the weekly conversation.
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