Derry City Ends Winless Streak with 2-1 Victory Over Shelbourne
Lynch won't get 'carried away' ending winless run
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Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch remains cautious after his team secured a 2-1 victory against Shelbourne in the League of Ireland Premier Division, ending a seven-game winless streak. The win, marked by goals from Barry Cotter and Dipo Akinyemi, lifts Derry to fifth in the league as they prepare for a crucial match against Shamrock Rovers.
- 01Derry City secured a 2-1 win against Shelbourne, ending a seven-game winless streak.
- 02Dipo Akinyemi scored the winning goal with his first touch after coming on as a substitute.
- 03The victory moves Derry City up to fifth place in the League of Ireland Premier Division.
- 04Manager Tiernan Lynch emphasizes the importance of building on this win for future matches.
- 05Derry City will host Shamrock Rovers in their next match at Celtic Park.
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Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch expressed cautious optimism after his team defeated Shelbourne 2-1, ending a seven-match winless streak in the League of Ireland Premier Division. The victory, which marked Derry's first away win of the season, was highlighted by Barry Cotter's opening goal and a decisive strike from Dipo Akinyemi shortly after he was substituted in. Lynch praised his players for their resilience during a challenging period, stating, 'It would have been very easy for them to down tools, but they've been magnificent.' The win elevates Derry City to fifth place in the league, and Lynch is focused on maintaining momentum as they prepare to face Shamrock Rovers at Celtic Park on April 23. He acknowledged the significance of the victory but stressed the need for consistency moving forward, stating, 'Three points doesn't mean a huge amount unless we go and build on this.'
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The victory could boost team morale and fan support, potentially leading to improved performance in upcoming matches.
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