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Derry City parts ways with manager Tiernan Lynch after disappointing results

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:17 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Derry City parts ways with manager Tiernan Lynch after disappointing results
Summary

Derry City announced the departure of manager Tiernan Lynch on August 5, following a poor run of form. The Candystripes sit sixth in the Premier Division and have managed just one win in their last seven matches. Chairman Philip O'Doherty described the decision as a "snap decision" made after assessing the team's performance this season. Mark Connolly has been appointed as interim manager, having recently taken on a director of football role. Derry's players, including captain Michael Duffy, expressed their disappointment over Lynch's exit but acknowledged the need to improve as they prepare for their next match against Sligo Rovers on Friday night.

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By the Numbers
  • •Derry City is sixth in the Premier Division with one win in seven games.
  • •Tiernan Lynch was manager since November 2024, guiding the team to second place last season.
  • •Mark Connolly appointed as interim manager after serving as director of football.
  • •Players were informed of Lynch's departure after training and emphasized the need to improve.
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  • 2:17 PMYahoo Sports — Lynch exit 'pretty much a snap decision' - O'Doherty
  • 2:17 PMBBC Sport — Lynch exit 'pretty much a snap decision' - O'Doherty
What they're saying
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Derry City chairman Philip O'Doherty tells BBC Sport NI he thought "it was time to make a change" following news of the departure of manager Tiernan Lynch.

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Derry City chairman Philip O'Doherty tells BBC Sport NI he thought "it was time to make a change" following news of the departure of manager Tiernan Lynch.

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