It was an occasion which promised so much but delivered nothing but pain for the Brandywell Faithful as Rovers scored three quickfire goals in the second half to clinch three points.
Before kick-off our photographer George Sweeney captured some fantastic shots of City supporters readying themselves for a memorable night as last season’s top two teams went toe-to-toe.
17. Derry City fans at the Brandywell
Eamonn McCann and Eddie Mahon at the Brandywell on Friday evening. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
18. Derry City fans at the Brandywell
Derry City fans at the Brandywell on Friday evening. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
19. Derry City fans at the Brandywell
Derry City fans at the Brandywell on Friday evening. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney
20. Derry City fans at the Brandywell
Derry City fans at the Brandywell on Friday evening. Photo: George Sweeney Photo: George Sweeney