Derry City's Home Games to Stream on BBC
Derry City, currently positioned sixth in the standings under manager Tiernan Lynch, will have their remaining home fixtures for the 2026 SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division season streamed live on BBC .
This arrangement is part of a new broadcast partnership between the BBC and the League of Ireland. The Candystripes' eight remaining home matches will also be accessible via the website and app.
Meanwhile, live commentary for Derry City's away games will continue to be available on BBC Radio Foyle and .
The first live-streamed match under this agreement is scheduled for Friday, 12 June, when Derry City host second-place Bohemians at Celtic Park, kicking off at 19:45 BST. The team aims to secure their first league victory since late April and improve their current league standing.
" NI is really looking forward to this new partnership with the League of Ireland that will bring Derry City's home matches to audiences on BBC for the first time," said Neil Brittain, executive editor of NI.
"We're always looking at opportunities to bring sports fans in Northern Ireland, and right across the UK the best action on our platforms.
"This new deal means that by expanding access through BBC , we are ensuring that more fans can watch Derry City, discover the League of Ireland and enjoy high-quality football coverage wherever they are."
Mark Scanlon, director of the League of Ireland, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting its potential to increase accessibility for supporters.
"This is an exciting step forward for the League of Ireland and for Derry City in partnering with such a well-known platform as BBC ," Scanlon stated.
"The growth in interest and engagement with our League continues to accelerate, and this partnership with NI will ensure that more supporters than ever can access and enjoy our matches.
"The agreement strengthens our presence in the UK market while maintaining the global reach of LOITV and showcases the quality of the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division to audiences at home and abroad."
Commentary for Friday's match will be provided by Eric White, accompanied by former Derry City striker Liam Coyle.
Derry City Fixtures Live on BBC
- Friday, 12 June: Derry City v Bohemians (19:45 BST)
- Friday, 26 June: Derry City v Drogheda United (19:45 BST)
- Friday, 3 July: Derry City v Waterford (19:45 BST)
- Friday, 7 August: Derry City v Sligo Rovers (19:45 BST)
- Friday, 28 August: Derry City v Shamrock Rovers (19:45 BST)
- Friday, 18 September: Derry City v Galway United (19:45 BST)
- Friday, 9 October: Derry City v St Patrick's Athletic (19:45 BST)
- Friday, 23 October: Derry City v Dundalk (19:45 BST)
