STRIFE IS A ROLLER COASTER

Ups and downs a feature of season as Gypsies are derailed by Blues following highs of Dub derby treble

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DERRY City brushed aside a toothless Shelbourne at the Brandywell to move within two points of league leaders Pat's, who visit Foyleside on Monday night.

It was a real statement of Derry's title intent as they registered a first league victory over the champions in eight attempts.

Damien Duff's side returned to the scene of their title celebrations last November but Dubliners trudged off the pitch at the final whistle as their seven match unbeaten run came to an abrupt end.