Derry City lose out to Sligo ‘Hammer’ blow

Derry City’s build-up to the upcoming Airtricity Premier Division campaigm was dealt a ‘Hammer’ blow when they were defeated 1-0 by Sligo Rovers in a pre-season friendly at the Showgrounds tonight.

Jaanai Gordon (pictured), on loan from English Premiership club West Ham United, got the only goal of the game in the second half when he pounced to take full advantage of a poor clearance by City keeper Gerard Doherty.

Next up for City is a trip to Belfast on Tuesday night next for the re-arranged pre-season clash against Glentoran at The Oval (kick off 7.45pm).

The original game was called off due to a waterlogged pitch at the East Belfast venue.