Derry City boss Lynch says he can turn around form after seventh winless game
The Story
Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch stated he “firmly believes I can turn this around” after his side lost 2-1 to Dundalk at Oriel Park, extending their winless run in the Premier Division to seven games. Lynch’s team are sixth in the table, 18 points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers despite being tipped for a title challenge.
Key Facts
- Derry City lost 2-1 to Dundalk at Oriel Park, stretching their winless run to seven games.
- Daryl Horgan opened the scoring for Dundalk in the 20th minute; Cameron Dummigan levelled for Derry in the 58th minute with a volley; Gbemi Arubi scored the winner two minutes later.
- Derry City are sixth in the table, 18 points behind pacesetters Shamrock Rovers.
- Manager Tiernan Lynch told BBC Radio Foyle: “I firmly believe I can turn this around” and that “we need wins.”
- Lynch described the defeat as “really hard to take” and “hard to swallow.”
Conflicting Reports
No conflicting reports identified in the source article.
Still Unclear
No open questions identified in the source article.
Misconceptions
No widespread misconceptions addressed in the source article.
Key Figures
- Tiernan Lynch – Derry City manager
- Daryl Horgan – Dundalk goalscorer (not further identified in article)
- Cameron Dummigan – Derry City goalscorer (not further identified in article)
- Gbemi Arubi – Dundalk goalscorer (not further identified in article)
- Eddie Beach – Derry City goalkeeper (not further identified in article)
Sources: BBC News
