Translink has confirmed that they will run a special train and bus service for Derry fans travelling to the FAI Cup final in Dublin next month.
The transport authority had been requested to put on the service after Derry City got to their first FAI Cup final since 2014 last week.
The Candystripes will take on Damien Duff's Shelbourne at the Aviva Stadium on November 13.
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Sinn Féin MLA Pádraig Delargy said that there had been a "huge demand" for the service, with hundreds of fan expected in Dublin for the major sporting occasion.
Delargy added: “Ahead of the FAI semi-final I contacted Translink and asked in the event of Derry City FC reaching the final that they would put on special bus services and additional train services to Dublin.
“I am very pleased to have received confirmation from Translink that they will run a special direct train from Derry to Dublin, and special coaches from the city.
“We have seen huge demand for match tickets to travel to Dublin for the final and it is fantastic that we now have several travel options available for fans going to the Aviva.
“I would very much like to thank Translink for their cooperation and for securing this transport and good luck to Ruaidhrí Higgins and the Derry City FC players. Let’s bring the trophy back to Derry.”
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