Shane Barrett is suspended for Drogheda, while Stuart Byrne will also miss out having picked up a red card last week.

Drogheda are also missing Richie Baker, Graham Gartland, Steven Gray, James Keddy and goalkeeper Dan Connor, while Ollie Cahill is another doubt.

Derry welcome Dave Rogers back after suspension, while Peter Hynes is still awaiting FIFA clearance.

A win for City would see the Candystripes leap-frog United in the league and they could even go top if St Patrick's Athletic are beaten by Bray.