James McClean highlights issues at Derry City following Europa League exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:09 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
James McClean has expressed concerns over Derry City's issues following their exit from the UEFA Conference League after two consecutive 1-0 defeats to Rijeka. McClean emphasized that the team's struggles are not due to a lack of effort, indicating a deeper problem within the club. Under manager Tiernan Lynch, Derry City currently ranks sixth in the League of Ireland, a significant drop from their second-place finish last season. They now face St. Patrick's Athletic on Sunday as they aim to turn around their season.
- •McClean claims Derry's problems stem from issues beyond player effort.
- •The team finished second last year but now sits sixth in the league.
- •Derry City exited the UEFA Conference League after two losses to Rijeka.
- •Tiernan Lynch has called for greater courage in future matches.
- •Next match against St. Patrick's Athletic is scheduled for Sunday.
- 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — 'Issue somewhere' at Derry City - McClean
- 4:09 PMBBC Football — 'Issue somewhere' at Derry City - McClean
"James McClean says Derry City's European form is not the result of a "lack of effort" but instead shows an "issue somewhere" within the club.
"James McClean says Derry City's European form is not the result of a "lack of effort" but instead shows an "issue somewhere" within the club.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 4:09 PM'Issue somewhere' at Derry City - McClean
James McClean says Derry City's European form is not the result of a "lack of effort" but instead shows an "issue somewhere" within the club.
- BBC FootballJul 31, 2026, 4:09 PM'Issue somewhere' at Derry City - McClean
James McClean says Derry City's European form is not the result of a "lack of effort" but instead shows an "issue somewhere" within the club.
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