Drive105 Match Night Live

The countdown is on to the FAI Cup Final, as Derry City and Waterford prepare to meet at the Aviva Stadium with Irish football's most coveted domestic prize up for grabs.Drive 105 Match Night Live brings you an extensive preview of Sunday's showpiece occasion, presented by Dee Curran, with analysis from regular pundit Eddie Seydak and Ray Scott of Waterford's WLR.Featuring interviews with key figures from both camps, former Derry City manager Declan Devine and club legend Gary Beckett, we examine the major talking points ahead of a fascinating final.🎙️ IN THIS PROGRAMME:🔴 MICHAEL DUFFY – Derry City's captain discusses the excitement surrounding the final, the opportunity to lead his team out at the Aviva Stadium and the prospect of lifting the FAI Cup.🔴 JAMIE STOTT – The Derry City defender reflects on his season, his experiences with the club and the opportunity to bring the cup back to the city.🔴 GARY BECKETT – The former Derry striker and two-time FAI Cup winner looks back on his experiences of the 1997, 2002 and 2006 finals before assessing Derry's attacking options and the decisions facing Mark Connolly.🔴 DECLAN DEVINE – The former Derry City manager recalls the pressures and difficult decisions involved in preparing for the 2012 FAI Cup Final and offers advice to interim manager Mark Connolly ahead of Sunday's occasion.🔵 PODGE AMOND – The Waterford captain discusses his club's remarkable turnaround, the influence of manager Graham Coughlan and the opportunity to make history at the Aviva Stadium.🔵 EVAN McLAUGHLIN – The former Derry City midfielder, now with Waterford, provides his perspective on the final and the challenge facing his current club.Join us as we build up to the big one!🔴 DRIVE 105 MATCH NIGHT LIVEYour home for Derry City FC commentary, interviews, analysis and reaction.📻 Listen to the FAI Cup Final, 2pm this Sunday, live on 105.3FM, DAB and online:🌐 https://drive105.co.uk

Rob Slevin signed on with the Candystripes today with a 3 year Deal. Interview by Lawrence MoorePic. Kevin Morrison 

Interview by Dee Curran

Interview by Dee Curran

In what's set to be a tense night at Turner's Cross, Derry City travel south for their crucial final fixture of the Irish Premier Division against Cork City this Saturday. With Cork already relegated, the stakes may seem lower for the hosts, but for Derry and manager Tiernan Lynch, full intensity is demanded as second place—and a coveted Europa League spot—hangs in the balance.Speaking to Patrick Cooke ahead of the match, Lynch was clear: “It’s within our control, and it would be a real disappointment if we let it slip now due to a lack of focus or concentration. That’s something we won’t tolerate. We don't shy away from the challenge; our goal is to finish second. Regardless of any extra European opportunities, our priority is to secure that second spot.”Derry arrive unbeaten in their last nine league games, with three consecutive wins and a stirring 2-1 victory recently over champions Shamrock Rovers. The Candystripes hold a two-point advantage over third-placed Shelbourne and know nothing less than total commitment will suffice.Cork, in contrast, end the season with pride and redemption on the line, eager to frustrate their visitors and rally their faithful one last time. But for Derry City and Lynch, it's all about sealing the job professionally, bringing the campaign's momentum to its sharpest point, and giving the travelling fans a night to savour.Expect a determined Derry, a focused manager, and an away-day atmosphere with everything still to play for.

Interview by Dermot Liddy

Interview by Patrick Cooke

Interview by James O'Toole

Catch Ronan Boyce chatting with Patrick Cooke from Match Night Live ahead of a big away day in Waterford! The lads are buzzing to bounce back after a rough last visit and keep their unbeaten streak going. With only a few games left and European football up for grabs, Ronan talks about what’s driving the squad, the team vibes, and how the fans help fire everyone up. Join us live from 7:00pm live from the RSC, Waterford with Michael Kealey and James O'Toole on commentary & Dee Curran in the studio.

Interview by Dee Curran