Tiernan Lynch, the manager of Derry City, has found a silver lining in the recent disappointment of his team's exit from the UEFA Conference League. Despite losing to HNK Rijeka on Thursday night, Lynch believes that his players can take significant encouragement from their experience in this high-level competition.
‘We showed we can play at this level,’ Lynch stated after the match. ‘Even though it was a disappointing result, the performance and the way our players approached the game were very positive.’
Lynch highlighted the importance of the experience gained by his team during their European adventure. 'The journey has been invaluable for us,' he said. 'We faced a strong opponent in HNK Rijeka, but we showed that we can compete with teams from across Europe.'
While the result was not what Derry City hoped for, Lynch is optimistic about the future prospects of his team. 'This experience will help us to grow as a club and prepare better for our upcoming domestic matches,' he added.
The match against HNK Rijeka was part of Derry City's campaign in the UEFA Conference League, where they faced tough competition from various European clubs. Lynch’s comments reflect the belief that such experiences are crucial for developing a team's skills and mindset on the international stage.
