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Derry City's Duffy scores twice in FAI Cup semi-final win

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 11:28 AM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Derry City's Duffy scores twice in FAI Cup semi-final win

Summary

Derry City captain Michael Duffy led his team to a 2-0 victory over Galway United in the FAI Cup semi-final on October 11, scoring both goals at Eamonn Deacy Park. Duffy emphasized that the team's primary goal is winning the cup, rather than focusing on European qualification. Under interim boss Mark Connolly, Derry City's form has improved, leading them to the cup final on November 8 against Waterford, who defeated Bohemians in their semi-final matchup. Duffy expressed excitement about the upcoming final and the potential to bring silverware back to Derry.

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By the Numbers

•Duffy scores both goals in Derry's semi-final victory.
•Derry City focuses on winning the cup rather than European qualification.
•The team will face Waterford in the final on November 8.
•Mark Connolly has improved team's performance since taking over as interim boss.
•Duffy looks forward to celebrating a potential cup win with fans and family.

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11:28 AMBBC Sport — Silverware trumps Europe for Derry City's Duffy

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Derry City captain Michael Duffy says winning a trophy takes priority over qualification for Europe as he scores both goals in the Candystripes' FAI Cup semi-final win over Galway United.
— BBC Sport

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