A contractor has been appointed to construct the new North Stand at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.

Construction is set to begin in the coming weeks and will extend over several months, continuing into early next year in preparation for the new FAI season starting in mid-February. Site preparation, which included disconnecting services and demolishing Blocks A and B at the northern end of the existing Southend Stand, has already been completed.

In October 2023, planning permission was granted for the partial demolition of the Southend Stand and the development of a safe standing covered terrace, male and female toilet facilities, additional turnstiles and access gates and other associated works.

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Council officers and club officials have been actively collaborating over the past several months to advance this crucial project. They have worked to ensure that all necessary legal, technical and statutory approvals are secured before contractors can begin work on the site.

These significant redevelopment works are being funded and developed by Derry City FC, with the support and assistance of the stadium owners Derry City and Strabane District Council.

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Lilian Seenoi Barr, said: "The new stand would be a great asset to the club, its supporters and the wider community. I have had the pleasure of attending several matches recently and really enjoyed it. I want to acknowledge the work done to date by the Club and Council in getting the project to this final and very exciting stage and look forward to seeing the new stand completed next year."

Sean Barrett, Derry City FC's Chief Executive stated: "Derry City FC is delighted that we are now at a stage where construction work on the new stand is set to start. Ongoing engagement will continue with user groups, residents and fans over the coming weeks and months and every effort will be made to ensure disruption will be kept to a minimum. We look forward to keeping our supporters updated as the work continues."