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The 42
a day ago
- Sport
- The 42
Bohemians and Derry City condemn violent scenes at Friday night's fixture
BOHEMIANS AND DERRY City have released a joint statement condemning the violent scenes that occurred on Friday night. The statement reads that the incidents were caused by 'individuals with no interest in supporting either team' and that they 'put the safety of genuine supporters at serious risk.' Two large groups of rival fans attacked each other ahead of the Premier Division fixture which ended in a 1-1 draw. Videos posted online showed images of teenagers with their faces covered throwing fireworks at each other and attacking each other with iron bars and bats. Advertisement The PSNI later confirmed that a teenage boy and a man in his twenties sustained injuries as a result of the incident and were taken to hospital for treatment. Damage was also done to property and cars in the area. The violence was widely condemned by politicians in Northern Ireland, and the two clubs have released a statement this evening which reads: 'Derry City FC and Bohemian FC, on and off the field, from board level right down to our respective fanbases, have enjoyed a fantastic relationship down through the years. 'Both clubs are committed to working together to do everything in our power to protect and strengthen that relationship into the future. 'It is therefore with great regret to both clubs that incidents, before and after our game at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium on Friday night, from individuals with no interest in supporting either team, put the safety of genuine supporters at serious risk. 'The safety of everyone – supporters, players and staff – is, and will always be, of paramount importance to both clubs. 'For Derry City FC's part, the club has been working tirelessly over the last couple of days with our matchnight security team to establish the circumstances surrounding the disturbances and to reassess the procedures in place for travelling supporters. 'Both clubs have also been working in tandem with the FAI to agree a way forward that protects all who attend our games and maintains the long-standing and valued relationship between both clubs. 'All parties are very much aware that this is an ongoing investigation. That process must be respected, and therefore neither club will be making any further comment.'
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Moment Bohemians and Derry football thugs attack each other with fireworks
Thugs fired fireworks at their rivals before a football match in Northern Ireland as a terrified child watched on screaming as smoke filled the air - police later said a teen and man were injured This is the shocking moment football thugs attacked one another with fireworks and sticks before a match. The clash between the two sets of thugs erupted moments before a match between Northern Irish clubs Bohemians FC and Derry City FC in Derry. A clip shows the masked thugs, wearing hoodies and tracksuits, waving golf clubs from one side of a metal fence. A person wearing a hooded top was then seen holding a firework launcher which he used to them through the fence. Men on the other side ran to dodge the fireworks with red and greed bursts filling the air. One person from the other side of the fence approached the man with the fireworks as the explosives started to hit the fence. A distressed girl was then spotted running past as she shouted: "Daddy." A man, who was not identified, was then heard yelling: "You're alright, you're alright, you're alright." Smoke soon filled the area with the golf clubs becoming nearly invisible. The rivals then started to pick up heavy metal objects from the ground to throw over the fence. More hooded thugs were then spotted running past the girl and unidentified man as the brawl continued. The clip went viral online and has been seen millions of times since being uploaded to X/ Twitter. Since Friday, the clip has been seen about 2 million times. Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) released a statement about a reported clash between supporters of the two opposing football team. They said the brawl started just before the 7pm kick off on Friday. Police said disorder continued throughout the game and that a teenage boy and a man in his 20s were injured as a result. The fight then continued in Lecky Road and the Lone Moor area with thugs being seen carrying "sticks, bats and iron bars" which were then used in attacks on nearby buildings and cars. Superintendent William Calderwood said: 'We believe that the disorder we witnessed on Friday evening was pre-arranged and we will be reviewing all available footage to identify those involved. "I would ask anyone with information or footage which could assist us with our enquiries to contact officers at Strand Road on 101, quoting reference number 1637 25/07/25. "A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at The force added at the time that no one had been arrested in connection with the brawl. Police were able to stop the violence with the help from staff at the stadium.
Metro
3 days ago
- Sport
- Metro
Masked hooligans shoot flares and chuck iron slabs in violent football clash
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Masked football hooligans battered each other with fireworks, golf clubs and iron slabs in a massive fight. Young fans of Bohemians FC and Derry City FC violently clashed before the two teams played each other in Derry, Northern Ireland. At least two men, including one teenager, were injured in the fighting on Friday. In one video, the two groups of youths, wearing masks, hoodies and tracksuits, clashed on either side of a metal fence. One man shoots an endless stream of fireworks 'like a machine gun' at the rival supporters. At the same time, his pals chuck heavy objects over the fence and wave golf clubs. It is at this moment that a little girl can be heard screaming 'Daddy' to an unidentified man. The gut-wrenching cry gets a reply of 'you're all right', before he tells the fighting youngsters: 'Calm down lads'. While some scatter from the missiles coming towards them, some youths on the other side of the fence attack back as the situation escalates. They pick up heavy slabs and throw them back over the railings. Footage from other parts of Derry show huge groups of masked young men attacking each other. Many throw planks of wood, and one can be heard shouting: 'Give it to 'em'. Following the violent scenes, the Police Service for Northern Ireland released a statement about the fights between some supporters of Bohemians FC and Derry City FC. They said the disorder kicked off at 7pm around Lecky Road and Lone Moor Road areas of Derry. It came as the second and third placed teams in the Premier Division of the League of Ireland faced-off. A teenage boy and a man in his 20s were injured in the clashes, which continued throughout the game around the Brandywell stadium. The match was even stopped for five minutes when a flare set fire to the artificial pitch. Superintendent William Calderwood said: 'We believe that the disorder we witnessed on Friday evening was pre-arranged and we will be reviewing all available footage to identify those involved.' They asked for people to come forward to help with their investigations. No arrests have been made and stadium staff helped to quell the violence. More Trending The football fixture itself ended in a 1-1 draw, with the goals scored shortly before and after half-time respectively. The game was peaceful, in contrast to the scenes outside, with only three yellow cards and no red cards handed out. Local representative Mark H Durkan said the violence had 'all the hallmarks of an organised attack' and said the fighting 'must stop before someone is killed.' He added: 'It is disgusting and disgraceful that so many football fans and families left the match in fear tonight due to violent clashes that occurred outside in what had all the hallmarks of an organised attack.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Mum and two children killed in Fermanagh shooting named and pictured MORE: easyJet's summer 2026 sale is here – these are the best destinations to book now MORE: Up to 280 locations of popular store chain are facing closure amid bankruptcy
BBC News
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Undertones: Teenage Kicks for Derry choir as recording hits the big screen
Teenage Kicks, so hard to beat - so the classic hit by The Undertones goes and so too it proved for choir members from a Londonderry special education school who have recorded a new version with the legendary punk members from Ardnashee School and College attended a special cinema screening of the performance on Wednesday, which was filmed last December at the home of Derry City FC, the Ryan McBride Brandywell regarded as one of the band's best-known songs, the 1978 hit has also become an unofficial anthem for Derry City recorded performance was part of the club's outreach initiative to promote inclusion through music and community engagement. About 50 pupils formed the choir to record the song, bringing new energy to a much-loved Candystripes anthem."It was very good. I'm very proud of myself," said pupil Logan after seeing himself on the big screen at the Brunswick school choir's rendition had previously caught the attention of the band after an earlier version was shared online, prompting The Undertones to want to collaborate on the special recording. Bass guitarist Mickey Bradley, who attended Tuesday's screening, praised the students' energy and musical ability. "To see all those children who are getting great pleasure out of singing a song that you were involved in, you know it's hard to beat," he said."The joy and the enthusiasm that they had for it, kind of reminded me of the way we were whenever we were teenagers—whenever we made the record, you know." Guitarist Damian O'Neill said it was a really enjoyable project to be a part of and praised the choir's performance."Watching the kids when they were singing it and the joy that they were getting, they were obviously having fun," he said. "We get that same feeling," he addedKaren Pyne, Derry City FC's supporters liaison officer, said this project has been a fantastic initiative, and everyone loves the new recording."Three years ago we set up Different Together in conjunction with Ardnashee School and College to bring inclusion and diversity to the club." Tuesday's event also included tributes to filmmaker Vinny Cunningham, who directed the original video in December and passed away in February at the age of 58. Mr Cunningham, a dedicated Derry City fan, was well known for his work on Mahon's Way, Lesser Spotted Ulster, and documentaries about both the Troubles and The Undertones. An encore due to popular demand Ardnashee principal Raymond McFeeters described the experience as "magnificent" for the children involved. "I think they thought that they were the stars," he appointed deputy mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Niree McMorris, said the pupils should be incredibly proud of everything they have achieved. "It's wonderful to see this school being recognised for the special children that are within it. To be involved in the project with Teenage Kicks is amazing." The screening ended with loud applause and cheers — and an encore by popular demand from those in attendance. "It was so amazing that we had it on twice," said pupil Faye. Cian, another pupil and choir member, attended the screening with his parents and said he could hardly believe his eyes when he saw himself and his friends on the big screen. "I was like: 'No way, is that actually real?' I loved it."
BBC News
12-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Paul Diamond: Tributes paid after death of Derry City president
Tributes have been paid to the prominent businessman and president of Derry City Football Club, Paul Diamond, following his death. Mr Diamond, who died at the weekend, owned the packaging company Diamond Corrugated in the city. He was appointed OBE in 2002 for his services to the packaging industry.A life-long supporter of the Candystripes, Mr Diamond held several senior roles at the club, including chairman and honorary president, after succeeding former SDLP leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner John Hume. 'Whole life dedicated to the city' Foyle MP Colum Eastwood led tributes to Mr Diamond, describing him as "an institution in Derry"."His whole life was dedicated to the city and using his extraordinary talents to help people," Eastwood said. "He gave people the opportunity of good jobs at his packaging firm Diamond Corrugated in Pennyburn."Mr Eastwood said the late businessman loved the city and "gave back to it in every way that he could".Manufacturing NI, of which Mr Diamond was a founder, said he was a huge contributor to the north west economy. In a statement, Derry City FC remembered Mr Diamond as a "lifelong supporter" and long-time sponsor of the was appointed club president in 2021and the club said his support had been demonstrated over many joined the board of the club in 1995 and served as club chairman when they last won the League of Ireland in club said Mr Diamond's love of the Candystripes was triggered by his own father's support for the team the red, white and black of his firm's logo were inspired by the club colours."The Diamond family links to the club continue as his son Niall was appointed to the club board in 2022," the statement said."Everyone at Derry City extend our sympathies to his wife Mary, sons Niall and Gerard and the wider family circle."
