11/11/2026
Thousands Fill Guildhall Square To Hail Derry City’s FAI Cup Champions
Thousands of supporters crammed into Guildhall Square this evening to salute Derry City's FAI Cup winners after their memorable victory over Waterford FC.
The civic homecoming, led by the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Grace Uí Niallais, followed the Candy Stripes' 1-0 success in Sunday's showpiece at Dublin's Aviva Stadium.
Players, coaching staff and club officials were greeted by jubilant scenes, as fans turned out in their thousands to thank the team for bringing the coveted trophy back to the city.
Entertainment came from Stevie and the Gs, with supporters celebrating alongside the squad as players and management were introduced to the crowd.
The loudest cheers erupted when captain Mark Connolly and Michael Duffy carried the FAI Cup on stage amid spectacular pyrotechnics.
Festivities continued as players and staff joined Stevie and the Gs for a rousing rendition of Teenage Kicks.
connected with the club on bringing the FAI Cup back to Derry.
Mayor Uí Niallais said she was delighted to see such a fantastic turnout to welcome the team home: "The joy this victory has brought to our city has been incredible, and I hope everyone involved in the club takes great pride in the reception they received tonight.
"It was a privilege to welcome the team home and to share in what has been a truly special occasion for Derry."
The civic homecoming, led by the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Grace Uí Niallais, followed the Candy Stripes' 1-0 success in Sunday's showpiece at Dublin's Aviva Stadium.
Players, coaching staff and club officials were greeted by jubilant scenes, as fans turned out in their thousands to thank the team for bringing the coveted trophy back to the city.
The loudest cheers erupted when captain Mark Connolly and Michael Duffy carried the FAI Cup on stage amid spectacular pyrotechnics.
Festivities continued as players and staff joined Stevie and the Gs for a rousing rendition of Teenage Kicks.
connected with the club on bringing the FAI Cup back to Derry.
Mayor Uí Niallais said she was delighted to see such a fantastic turnout to welcome the team home: "The joy this victory has brought to our city has been incredible, and I hope everyone involved in the club takes great pride in the reception they received tonight.
"It was a privilege to welcome the team home and to share in what has been a truly special occasion for Derry."
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