They're now two points behind leaders Shelbourne with three games to go
Derry City have missed the chance to go top of the SSE Airtricity Premier Division.
They were held to a 1-1 draw by Sligo Rovers at the Ryan McBride Brandywell last night.
The Candystripes are two points behind leaders Shelbourne with three games to go.
Meanwhile, St Patrick's Athletic beat Bohemians 3-1 at Dalymount Park and lie four points behind Shelbourne.