The terracing work is due to be finished on Thursday, with a new toilet block due to be delivered the same day. Tarmacing of the area from the end of the new terrace out past the club offices to the road is also due to be completed before Friday night.

The works also included electricity supply and plumbing to the new toilets and to the press box which journalists will be pleased to see will now have power sockets.

Meanwhile the shed located under the press box is also being demolished to reduce the restrictions to view from the new standing area, while facilities for disabled spectators will also be included.

“We’re working hard to make sure everything is finished and I think the Derry fans will see a huge change from their last visit” said director Trevor Gordon, “ While the facilities are still basic in terms of a modern stadium these improvements mean that at least there is a stepped area to stand as well as toilet facilities and an area dedicated for disabled spectators on this side of the ground. The whole area will be much tidier with no loose or uneven surfaces which make it safer and more comfortable to watch a match.”

While Harps are hoping the visit to Ballybofey is more comfortable for their cross border neighbours they are no doubt hoping that this only applies off the pitch and that the legions of Candystriped faithful ultimately leave the new terrace disappointed.

The club also thanked contractor Raymond McMonagle for once again carrying out the works to a high standard and within the tight timeframe.