Stephen Kenny's side have had a great week after beating St Pat's on Tuesday

Derry City moved to within a point of League of Ireland leaders Bohemians after Sammy Morrow's goal earned the Candystripes a vital win in Sligo.

Morrow's 13th-minute goal was enough for Derry to claim the three points as the lacklustre leaders were defeated 3-1 at Inchicore by St Pat's.

Jason Noctor's tackle on Clive Delaney on 72 minutes led to a pushing match involving all 22 players.

Noctor was dismissed while Derry's Steven Gray was also sent off.

Gray had been involved in Derry's vital early goal.

The defender made a run down the left flank and his cross was stabbed home at the back post by Morrow.

With Cork City held to a 0-0 home draw by Shamrock Rovers, Derry moved into second place in the table - a point ahead of the Leesiders.

The victory completed a tremendous week for Derry after their 1-0 win over St Pat's on Tuesday.

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