Tiernan Lynch’s 19-month spell as Derry City manager has abruptly ended midway through a season with the Candystripes sitting sixth in the Premier Division with just six wins from 26 matches.With results leaving Derry closer to relegation than European qualification, the club’s recently appointed director of football Mark Connolly will take over “first team affairs on an interim basis.”“The club would like to place on record its sincere thanks to Tiernan for his professionalism, commitment and hard work during his time at Derry City,” read a short statement. More to follow...