Derry City is set to face Shamrock Rovers in a crucial League of Ireland Premier Division match on Monday, with the Candystripes looking to bounce back from their recent defeat. The match will take place at Tallaght Stadium, where Shamrock Rovers have been in impressive form, having lost just one league outing this season. Stephen Bradley's side currently tops the table, five points clear of second-placed St Patrick's Athletic, and will be keen to maintain their distance from their rivals. Derry City, on the other hand, has won just one of their last nine games and is in sixth place, ten points short of the European places. Tiernan Lynch's side will be without goalkeeper Brian Maher, who is recovering from a broken wrist, and centre-half Robert Slevin, who has a calf tear. Shamrock Rovers will also be missing several key players, including Maleace Asamoah, Rory Gaffney, and Daniel Mandroiu, who are all injured. The match is expected to be a tough test for Derry City, but a draw could be a major boon for the Candystripes. With the visitors having lost three of their last four away clashes, fans will be harbouring doubts about their team's chances. However, Derry City has shown glimpses of their potential, having thrashed Bohemians 4-1 on June 12. The Candystripes will need to be at their best if they are to take anything from the match. Shamrock Rovers has a strong defensive record, having kept nine clean sheets this season, the most in the division. The Hoops have also been in good form, having won four of their last five games, including a 2-0 win against Waterford on Friday. Derry City will need to find a way to break down the Shamrock Rovers defence if they are to have any chance of taking the three points. The match is set to be a closely contested affair, with both teams having a lot to play for. Derry City will be looking to close the gap on the European places, while Shamrock Rovers will be keen to maintain their lead at the top of the table. The Candystripes have a tough task ahead of them, but they will be hoping to cause an upset and take the three points. The match kicks off at Tallaght Stadium on Monday, with the visitors looking to pull off a surprise win. Derry City's recent form has been poor, but they have shown that they are capable of beating anyone on their day. The Candystripes will need to be at their best if they are to take anything from the match. The team's manager, Tiernan Lynch, will be looking to his players to put in a strong performance and take the three points. The match is set to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams giving it their all. Derry City will be looking to take the three points and close the gap on the European places, while Shamrock Rovers will be keen to maintain their lead at the top of the table.