Drogheda United

2024 - 5 - 6

Drogheda United Secures Thrilling Victory in Louth Derby Against Dundalk

Drogheda United - Dundalk FC - Hayden Cann - Louth Derby

Drogheda United's Hayden Cann scores a dramatic 94th-minute winner in a fiery Louth Derby clash against Dundalk. Read the full match report here!

Drogheda United faced off against arch-rivals Dundalk in a highly anticipated Louth Derby showdown at Weavers Park. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Haitian striker Frantz Pierrot proving to be a handful for Dundalk's defense early on. The tension escalated as Hayden Cann, on loan from Lincoln City, became the hero for Drogheda with a stunning 94th-minute winner, securing a vital victory for the team. The sold-out crowd went wild as Drogheda United pulled clear of Dundalk, further establishing their dominance in the Premier Division.

In a pulsating game that saw Drogheda reduced to 10 men, the drama unfolded until the very last moment. Hayden Cann's first goal for Drogheda United not only settled the Louth Derby but also highlighted the team's resilience and determination. The match will be remembered for its intensity and the thrilling performance displayed by both sides. The victory solidified Drogheda's position in the league standings and left Dundalk reeling from the late defeat.

The Louth Derby clash was a fierce battle that culminated in Hayden Cann's last-gasp strike, capturing the hearts of Drogheda United fans across the country. The intense competition and the fiery atmosphere of the match highlighted the passion and rivalry that define local derbies in Irish football. Dundalk's disappointment at being beaten by a late goal only added to the excitement and unpredictability of the Premier Division season. The victory for Drogheda will go down in history as a memorable moment in their quest for success in the league.

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Match Report: Drogheda United 2 - 1 Dundalk FC - extratime.com (Extratime.com)

Early on, Haitian striker Frantz Pierrot, who recently opened his Premier Division account against Derry City at the same ground, was proving a handful for the ...

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Drogheda United pull clear of Dundalk after late winner in fiery ... (Irish Examiner)

Hayden Cann settled a dinger of a Louth derby deep into stoppage time to put five points between Drogheda United and basement side Dundalk.

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Drogheda earn Louth derby spoils after 94th-minute winner caps ... (The42)

On-loan Lincoln City defender Hayden Cann was the Drogs' hero against Dundalk. 4.06pm, 6 May 2024. 8.

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10-man Drogheda claim victory in pulsating Louth derby (RTE.ie)

Hayden Cann's 94th minute winner, his first goal for Drogheda United, settled a Louth derby that sparked into life in the second half.

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Drogheda United v Dundalk LIVE stream, score updates and more ... (Irish Mirror)

Drogheda United take on arch-rivals Dundalk this afternoon in a hotly anticipated Louth Derby at Weavers Park. Kick-off for this afternoon's bank holiday ...

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Hayden Cann's last-gasp strike secures win for Drogheda United in ... (Independent.ie)

A late winner, a sending off and a raucous sold-out crowd, this Louth derby had a bit of everything but it was 10-man Drogheda who earned the bragging ...

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Dundalk beaten by late strike (Dundalk Democrat)

Cameron Elliott of Dundalk in action against Aaron McNally of Drogheda United during the Premier Division match between Drogheda United and Dundalk at ...

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Cann Dundalk FC avoid the drop after Drogheda United compound ... (Fingal Independent)

That prospect was made all the more difficult when Hayden Cann crashed a 94th minute winner to the net at Weavers Park on Monday afternoon to earn 10-man ...

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