Dates, times and venues confirmed for Irish Cup semi-final clashes

By Johnny Morton
Published 8th Mar 2023, 12:52 BST
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The dates, times and venues for both Irish Cup semi-finals have been confirmed.

Following an upset victory over Cliftonville in the previous round, Dungannon Swifts will take on defending champions Crusaders at Mourneview Park – the home of Glenavon – on Saturday, April 1 with kick-off at 12:15pm.

The day before (Friday, March 31), Larne will attempt to keep their treble dreams alive when they clash with Ballymena United at Seaview (7:45pm).

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Tiernan Lynch’s men have already sealed the County Antrim Shield this season and are in pole position to win a first-ever Danske Bank Premiership title, currently holding a seven-point lead on Linfield and Cliftonville.

Crusaders beat Ballymena United in the Irish Cup final last seasonCrusaders beat Ballymena United in the Irish Cup final last season
Crusaders beat Ballymena United in the Irish Cup final last season

Ballymena needed extra-time to get past Championship outfit Ballyclare Comrades but booked their spot in the last-four with goals from Andy McGrory and Davy McDaid securing a 3-1 victory.

The Sky Blues have reached three Irish Cup finals in the last decade – including extra-time defeats to Crusaders (2021/22) and Glentoran (2019/20).

Irish Cup semi-finals:

Ballymena United vs Larne – Friday, March 31 – Seaview (7:45pm)

Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders – Saturday, April 1 – Mourneview Park (12:15pm)

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