History Of Derry City F.C.
This article covers the History of Derry City Football Club, from the club's early days in the Irish League, through the "wilderness years" and into the present-day as the club competes in the League of Ireland. For season by season results see Seasons
Read more about History Of Derry City F.C.: Foundation and The Attaining of Senior Status (1913–29), The Early Years in The Irish League (1929–49), The Fair Fifties and The Swinging Sixties (1949–65), Security Concerns During The 'Troubles' (Late 1960s–1985), Admission Into The League of Ireland, Instant Progress and Ensuing Success (1985–present), Financial Difficulties and Flirtation With Relegation (2000–04), The Introduction of Full-time Professional Football and The Reign of Stephen Kenny (2004–06), Recent Times (2006–present), History in European Competition (1964–present), Further Reading
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