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MNL's Patrick Cooke caught up with Kenny Shiels earlier today where he had a few questions for the gaffer.

Derry City FC V Limerick Live on Drive105.3FM and [**online**](www.drive105.co.uk) from 7pm. Joining Dermot Liddy in studio is Derry News sports reporter Kevin MCLaughlin and making his debut! Eamonn Seydak formerly Cliftonville and Institute FC.

Patrick Cooke caught up with City boss Kenny Shiels earlier today and got his views on his latest signing Danny Seaborne, another target Ally Roy, the difficulty in bringing seasoned pro's tpo the vlub and his good Samaritan act on Friday night in Tallaght

Danny Seaborne was unveiled today as the 3rd player to join the Candystripes in the last week. MNL's Patrick Cooke caught up with the player shortly after signing with the club.

Seaborne began his professional career at Exeter City, having risen through the club's youth system; he signed his professional contract in May 2005\. Seaborne had numerous loan spells during his time at Exeter, including moves to Clyst Rovers, Tiverton Town and Dorchester Town. In January 2010, Seaborne signed a three and a half-year contract with Southampton. Having made 44 appearances for the club, Seaborne was released by the Premier League side in June 2013\. Following his release, Seaborne spent time at clubs including Bournemouth, Yeovil Town and Coventry City. In August 2014, Seaborne signed for Scottish Premiership side Partick Thistle on a two-year contract. He joined Hamilton Academicals in 2016 but was released the following year. After six months without a club, he rejoined Exeter City in December 2017.

(Source: Wikipedia)

Debutant Ben Fisk was a positive from Friday nights defeat in Tallaght, As the Canadian showed he can play on both sides. Fisk who played 85 mins in his 1st fixture in the League looked sharp and showed signs of what he will bring to Derry City as he gets to grips with playing in the Airtricity League. 

Dee Curran caught up with Ben after the game on Friday night.

Kenny Shiels that the 2 nil defeat at the hands of Shamrock Rovers was 'Just about right' . The City boss gave an honest appraisal of the defeat to local media soon after the final whistle.

Dean Shiels finally signed an 18 month deal for Derry City yesterday adding an experienced midfielder/attacking player to the squad.

The son of Manager Kenny Shiels has played for Dundalk, Edmonton FC of Canada, Kilmarnock and Rangers.

Talking to Local media on Thursday at the Brandywell, Dean stated that he can't wait to get started andtha the forthcoming friendlies should get him match fit!

Pic: Dean Shiels & Kenny Shiels

Parrick Cooke spoke to Kenny Shiels today ahead of tomorrow night's fixture against Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght.  We hear about his latest signings and departures! Plus a look ahead to the fixture itself. Live on Drive105 from 7pm

Kenny Shiels spoke to our man Patrick Cooke soon after tonight's defeat to Dundalk.

Former Derry Captain Eamonn Doherty and Derry News sports editor Gary Ferry where the studio guests tonight on our Match Night Live Preview show with your host Dermot Liddy. As they look ahead to the visit of Dundalk to the Brandywell.

Match Night Live Preview Show every match night from 7pm.

Derry City are down to the bare bones of a squad as they prepare for the visit of Dundalk on Friday night. With Nicky Low suspended, Patterson and McDonagh doubtful and Curtis departed for Portsmouth. It will be a tough task for the Candystripes on Friday night.

Patrick Cooke caught up with Kenny Shiels today ahead of Friday nights fixture. Live on Drive105 from 7pm on FM & Online