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Derry City have announced that Shane Ferguson has joined the Brandywell club this morning as Tiernan Lynch’s squad continues to take shape ahead of the new season. Ferguson has Premier League experience at Newcastle United and has also represented Northern Ireland on 57 occasions. He arrives having spent the past few seasons at Rotherham United.

The 2024 Tyrone County Convention was held in Garvaghey yesterday evening. Roger Keenan (An Goirtín) was elected to be the new Coaching Officer whilst all other officers were returned for 2025. The following Officers were elected to serve for 2025. Cathaoirleach: Martin Sludden (An Droim Mór) Rúnaí: Michael Kerr (Éire Óg) Cisteoir: Niall McKenna (Coill

Derry City have announced goalkeeper Brian Maher has signed a contract that will see him remain at the Brandywell until at least the end of 2026. The Dubliner arrived at the start of 2022 and has made 128 appearances to date. In a statement on their website, The Candy Stripes have said that Brian’s relationship

The Donegal County Convention takes place this evening hosted by the Pettigo club. The majority of the main officer positions will remain, however, there will be a new secretary as Naomh Muire’s Declan Martin leaves the role, with Ardara’s Mary Kelly set to take his place. Sinead Breen of the Setanta club and Na Rossa’s

Finn Harps have launched the club’s Football and Social Responsibility Strategy for 2023-2028. Speaking on the launch, Finn Harps FSR Officer Stephen McNutt said: “As the Club’s FSR Officer, I am delighted we have completed our Social Responsibility Strategy. The club has made tremendous efforts to be more inclusive both on and off the pitch.

Senior County Board officials from each county are to attend an urgent meeting this evening, called by the GAA to discuss the Revenue Commissioners’ risk review of all counties. It comes amid growing concerns about the potential tax liabilities that county boards around the country are now facing. Last week, Mayo County Board confirmed they

Naomh Padraig Uisce Chaoinn have confirmed their Twinning Final against Tara of London has been rescheduled for Sunday, January 5th in Ruislip, London. The All Ireland junior quarter final was postponed on Sunday last when after a pitch inspection on Sunday morning, the pitch at Ruislip was deemed unplayable.

Tributes are being paid today to former Tyrone footballer Jody Gormley. The 53 year old past away on Monday after a brave but short battle with cancer. The Trillick manager guided his side to a Tyrone Senior Club Football championship final this year where he informed his players afterwards that his diagnosis was terminal. Jody

Brian McCormick Premier Division: St Catherines FC 0 V 0 Kilmacrennan Celtic Letterkenny Rovers 3 V 1 Fanad United Bonagee United 2 V 3 Keadue Rovers Rathmullan Celtic 0 V 2 Gweedore Celtic Swilly Rovers 0 V 2 Kildrum Tigers   TDA Appliance Divsion One: Milford United 11 V 0 Lifford Celtic Cranford FC 1

Cockhill Celtic threw up a shock to upset Buncrana Hearts’ winning routine. Having won seven games from seven, Buncrana Hearts were expected to continue in their winning ways. This is Buncrana Hearts’ first defeat so far in the Inishowen Football League 2024 and first time to drop points. Cockhill Celtic opened the scoring sheet with

Adam O’Reilly will return to Derry City FC after signing a contract that will see him remain with the Candystripes until the end of the 2026 season. The midfielder joined the Brandywell side at the beginning of 2023, having spent the previous year at St Pats, on loan from Preston North End. He has had 76

Raphoe’s bantamweight ring warrior “Dangerous” Danny Duffy got his professional boxing career off to a flying start on Saturday evening in the Setu Arena Waterford. Duffy outpointed England’s Jake Pollard with referee Emile Tiedt scoring all four rounds to Duffy 40 points to 36. The Strabane based puncher will be back in action again at

Institute’s trip to play Dundela in the NIFL Championship has been abandoned due to a floodlight failure. ‘Stute went 1-0 up after just 3 minutes thanks to a fantastic finish from Mikail Kennedy but Dundela equalised 5 minutes before half time. The floodlight failure happened mid-way through the second half. In other NIFL Championship games,

John McNulty has stepped down as manager of the Donegal Senior Ladies Team. On a post on social media, Donegal LGFA said: “Unfortunately, as of this evening (Friday), our County Senior Manager, John McNulty, has stepped away as county manager due to personal circumstances. We’d like to thank John for his service and wish him

Finn Harps have confirmed the departure of Matt Makinson. Matt made 52 appearances for the club after signing in July 2023. In a statement on social media, Harps said: “The club would like to thank the defender for his efforts and dedication during his time at Finn Park and wish him every success going forward.

Ireland will move to summer football at all levels of the game by 2028. Delegates at a general assembly of the FAI voted last night in favour of aligning the season calendar across the board, in a move that FAI President Paul Cooke has said will transform the face of Irish football. Following the yes

Finn Harps have announced the signing of goalkeeper Lucas Daunhauer. The American arrives at Finn Park from Finnish side Narpes Kraft FF on a one year deal subject to international clearance. The 24 year-old has spent the majority of his career competing at the collegiate level in his native America. Daunhauer told club media: “I

The draw for Round 5 of the FAI Junior Cup was made this afternoon, with three Donegal clubs still involved in the competition. Defending champions Cockhill Celtic have another away tie – this time they’ll travel to play Avenue United of County Clare. Fanad United and Letterkenny Rovers have both been drawn at home –

Derry City have this afternoon confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Arlo Doherty on an initial 18-month deal. The 21 year old has had academy spells at Norwich, Manchester City and Leicester and, with his grandparents hailing from Dublin and Limerick, he has also played at various underage levels for the Republic of Ireland. Doherty has been

At today’s Motorsport Ireland awards, the Reid family from Letterkenny were honoured with an FIA Volunteer Award. Nominated for their dedication to motorsport over the years, both Charlie and Lottie Reid took on almost every role at one time or another. Charlie was COC of the Donegal International Rally in 1997 and 1998, and Lottie

Runners hoping to take part in next year’s Waterside and Strabane Lifford Half Marathons can seal their place now after registrations were officially opened by race organisers Derry City and Strabane District Council. The Strabane Lifford Half Marathon will take place on Sunday May 18th 2025 and the Waterside Half Marathon has been pencilled in for

The Launch of the Donegal Women’s League Winter League was held on Monday in Bonagee with a large representation from the clubs in attendance along with executive members of the Donegal Women’s League and FAI’s Brian Dorrian and Shane Barr. This initiative will cement a pathway for successful underage leagues to continue playing into their