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Candystripes sign defender Byrne

Former Oldham Athletic and Scunthorpe United defender Cliff Byrne joins Derry City on a one-year deal.

Cardiff City: Blades swoop for Bluebirds youngster

Cardiff City defender John Brayford has joined League One club Sheffield United on loan until the end of the season.

Blades make double signing

Sheffield United have signed Cardiff defender John Brayford on loan and Livingston midfielder Stefan Scougall for an undisclosed fee.

Transfer window: Scougall and Brayford join Sheffield United

Sheffield United sign Livingston midfielder Stefan Scougall for an undisclosed fee and Cardiff defender John Brayford on loan.

Dundalk friendly for Barnsley

Barnsley will take on Irish Premier League side Dundalk in a friendly on Friday night.

Cardiff City: Race hots up for Bluebirds ace

Cardiff defender John Brayford is being chased by a host of clubs who are keen to take him on loan before the transfer deadline.

Rainey double sinks Sligo in semi

David Rainey scores both goals as Crusaders beat Sligo Rovers 2-0 at Seaview in the Setanta Cup semi-final first leg.

Results: Setanta Cup semi-finals

Crusaders host Sligo Rovers while Derry City travel to holders Shamrock Rovers in the first leg.

Knight goal gives Glens victory

Glentoran secure their first win in eight games by beating Portadown at Shamrock Park.