Derry City was founded in 1928 and currently plays their home games at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.
Galway United was founded in 1937 and plays their home games at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Derry City has won the League of Ireland title 6 times, with their most recent championship coming in 1997.
Galway United has won the League of Ireland title once, in 1986.
Derry City and Galway United have faced each other numerous times in league and cup competitions, with Derry City winning the majority of the encounters.
Both clubs have a strong local fan base and play an important role in their respective communities.