Drogheda United stunned Derry City in today's FAI Cup final. But how did the players rate?
It was a day for the underdogs with Drogheda full value for their win against Derry in front of a packed out Aviva Stadium.Drogheda United Luke Dennison 7 Was shaky under one high ball but otherwise was unruffled and played well.
Conor Kane 9 Won the penalty that led to Taylor’s second goal. So nearly got the man of the match award, too. Ryan Brennan 8 A day of blood, sweat and tears for the bandaged Drogheda captain who produced the goods yet again for his home town-team.Douglas James Taylor 8 Scored the decisive second goal from the spot and then dropped deep to help Derry survive the late onslaught.
Patrick McEleney 8 His injury was a disaster for Derry as he was the one player who was making things tick for City.
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