Derry City held by Galway United at Brandywell

Derry City had to come from behind to earn a 1-1 draw with Galway United in the Premier Division at Brandywell. David Hurley gave Galway the lead on 10 minutes from the penalty spot before Kevin Holt equalised for the home side less than 10 minutes later. Tiernan Lynch's side are now four games without a win and 11 points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers. Despite drawing Derry move up to fifth position in the table, one point ahead of champions Shelbourne managed by Damian Duff who they travel to