Paul Corry: Derry City set for long-term gain despite Tallaght pain against Shamrock Rovers

Derry City's performance in last Friday's defeat to Shamrock Rovers bodes well for the club in the long term according to Paul Corry.

The Candystripes have largely excelled this season, topping the SSE Airtricity League table until earlier this month when consecutive draws against Bohemians and St Patrick's Athletic saw champions Rovers go one point ahead of them before their head-to-head meeting at Tallaght Stadium.

Ruaidhri Higgins' side dominated the first hour against the Hoops on Friday, creating a number of promising opportunities, but fell to defeat after Danny Mandroiu's winner with 11 minutes to go which means Derry slip four points adrift of the reigning Premier Division champions.

Danny Mândroiu puts the champions ahead with 10 minutes left at Tallaght Stadium. Will it be enough to secure the points? Shamrock Rovers 1 Derry City 0#RTEsoccer