Postmatch editorial
Derry City followed the pre-match prices
The final score was Derry City 2-1 Magpies after penalties. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Mark Connolly put the first mark on the match 38', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Derry City led Shots on target 8-2. Derry City also shaded Total shots 18-11.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Derry City the favourite at 86.2% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Derry City
86.2%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
Derry CityDerry City
Magpies
8
2
Total shots
Derry CityDerry City
Magpies
18
11
Corners
Derry CityDerry City
Magpies
12
6