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Shay McCartan at a stretch to head home off James Singleton's knockdown in the 4-0 victory for Glentoran against Carrick Rangers across the Co Antrim Shield semi-final. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Glentoran, Portadown and Glenavon enjoy knockout progress

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Glentoran's Warren Feeney ready for 'massive game' in Co Antrim Shield

Ballymena United ace Alexander Gawne (right) is expecting a reaction from Linfield after their previous home defeat to Larne

Ballymena United ace Alexander Gawne relishing trip to wounded Linfield

Larne's Andy Ryan celebrates his goal in tonight's game against Glentoran. PIC: Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press

Larne move top of Premiership table with victory over Glentoran

Glentoran captain James Singleton celebrates during the weekend win over Ballymena United, with Larne the next Sports Direct Premiership challenge. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)

Glentoran 'back in the mix' goal for James Singleton before Larne trip

Dungannon Swifts ace Ethan McGee is a wanted man on both sides of the border, confirms boss Rodney McAree

Rodney McAree confirms cross-border interest in star man Ethan McGee

Aidan Wilson climbs highest to score the first of Glentoran's five goals against Ballymena United. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Jay Donnelly injury takes gloss off Glentoran victory for Warren Feeney

Andrew Hoey played his 200th game for Loughgall on Saturday. PIC: Pacemaker

Dean Smith praises Loughgall's longest-serving player after milestone moment

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney wants his side to be more ruthless in front of goal

Glentoran can ill-afford any more slip-ups against bottom six teams: Feeney

Oran Kearney will be hoping for goals from Matthew Shevlin (left) and Conor McKendry after the pair recently served suspensions

Return of duo will help us, says Coleraine chief Oran Kearney

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney reacts during the 0-0 draw at Coleraine. (Photo by Desmond Loughery\Pacemaker Press)

Coleraine and Glentoran battle to Premiership point apiece

Coleraine looked like securing back-to-back BetMcLean Cup triumphs but Cliftonville had different ideas as they staged a late rally to send the final into extra-time. Goals from Joe Gormley and Paul O'Neill had the Reds in control after James McLaughlin's dismissal, with Curtis Allen adding a late consolation

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Glentoran assistant manager John Gregg is expecting a 'tough' encounter against Coleraine at The Showgrounds this evening

Glentoran expected to have players back for Coleraine showdown: Gregg

Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Stephen Baxter apology to Crusaders fans and call for 'real' response

Linfield boss David Healy receives his Manager of the Month prize for October

Linfield boss David Healy named NIFWA Manager of the Month for October

Linfield’s Joel Cooper scored a brace during this evening's game at The Oval in Belfast. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Joel Cooper brace sends champions Linfield into League Cup quarter-finals
David Healy’s Linfield marched confidently into the quarter-finals of the BetMcLean League Cup after defeating Big Two rivals Glentoran 2-1 at The Oval.

David Healy has been in charge of Linfield for over eight years. PIC: INPHO/Phil Magowan

Linfield boss David Healy addresses Grimsby Town rumours

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney. PIC: INPHO/Jonathan Porter

Warren Feeney backing teenage star to become future Glentoran captain

Newry City manager Gary Boyle. PIC: INPHO/Presseye/Declan Roughan

Gary Boyle admits Newry City's League Cup clash will be welcome distraction

Linfield manager David Healy. PIC: INPHO/Phil Magowan

David Healy: Linfield will ring the changes for League Cup clash with Glentoran

Knockbreda have appealed their expulsion from the Co Antrim Shield after their quarter-final win against Ballymacash Rangers was overturned for using an ineligible player

Knockbreda appeal expulsion from Co Antrim Shield

Johnny Russell has signed his first professional contract with Glentoran. PIC: Glentoran FC

Glentoran teen looking to win trophies after signing professional contract

Andy Kirk has been confirmed as Craig Levein's assistant manager at top flight St Johnstone

Former NI international Andy Kirk appointed St Johnstone assistant manager

A delighted Stuart King of Carrick at the final whistle at The Bet McLean Oval, Belfast. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Stuart King reflects on crucial decision that paid dividends against Glentoran

Loughgall manager Dean Smith. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Loughgall not here to 'sightsee' as Dean Smith calls for 'dogged' return

Coleraine boss Oran Kearney. (Photo by INPHO/Stephen Hamilton)

End product over praise for Coleraine's Oran Kearney

Carrick Rangers forward Nedas Maciulaitis in action against Linfield's Chris Shields. PIC: INPHO/Lorcan Doherty

Carrick Rangers ace loving every moment of playing alongside experienced duo
Nedas Maciulaitis feels playing alongside Curtis Allen and Danny Purkis is doing wonders for his personal development as the Carrick Rangers trio aim to repeat the feat of beating Glentoran today.

Northern Ireland under 16s' Glenn McCourt on show against Finland. (Photo by Irish Football Association)

Irish League clubs dominate Northern Ireland's Victory Shield panel

Glentoran's Bobby Burns receives treatment after colliding with an advertising board at Seaview on Saturday. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Glentoran chairman calls for investigation into events after Bobby Burns injury

St Mirren's Conor McMenamin celebrates after making it 1-0 during a cinch Premiership match between Celtic and St Mirren in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Northern Ireland ace Conor McMenamin opens St Mirren goal account against Celtic

Linfield FC 1906 - 1907

Linfield to honour club's first superstar with service at newly restored grave

Glentoran's Bobby Burns receives treatment after colliding with a perimeter hoarding at Seaview on Saturday. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Bobby Burns 'successful surgery' say Glentoran following weekend collision

Northern Ireland youth international Terry Devlin scored Portsmouth's winner against Reading on Saturday. PIC: Portsmouth FC

Terry Devlin marks first League One start by netting winning goal for Portsmouth

Crusaders celebrate after Philip Lowry scored an equaliser against Glentoran at Seaview, Belfast. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

Stephen Baxter: Glentoran should have had player sent-off for leg-breaking foul

Glentoran manager Warren Feeney during Saturday's Premiership draw at Seaview with Crusaders. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Bobby Burns hospital assessment as Glentoran's Warren Feeney offers update

Glenavon manager Stephen McDonnell watched his side drop to the foot of the Sports Direct Premiership table last weekend. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Stephen McDonnell calls for major Glenavon reaction after "unacceptable" display

James Teelan marked his first Premiership start for Crusaders by netting in a 4-1 win over Dungannon Swifts. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Stephen Baxter praises summer recruits after duo achieve important landmarks

Glentoran's Patrick McClean finds the net against Glenavon in Belfast. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Glenavon 'unacceptable' for boss Stephen McDonnell in loss to Glentoran

The son of Harry Gregg (left) has paid tribute to Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton following his passing

Harry Gregg and Sir Bobby Charlton had a great friendship, says son John

Glenavon manager Stephen McDonnell. PIC: INPHO/Phil Magowan

Stephen McDonnell confident Glenavon have the squad to climb Premiership table

Carrick Rangers striker Curtis Allen scored twice in their Premiership victory over Loughgall last weekend. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Curtis Allen and Danny Purkis partnership producing the goods almost a decade on

Jordan Gibson, pictured in action for Ballymena United, has returned for a second spell with Loughgall. PIC: INPHO/Presseye/Stephen Hamilton

Dean Smith confident Loughgall's latest recruit can have big impact

Carrick Rangers manager Stuart King. PIC: INPHO/Stephen Hamilton

Stuart King ticks off Carrick Rangers managerial milestone with victory

Larne’s Ilijah Paul adds to the scoresheet in Co Antrim Shield quarter-final success against Bangor at Inver Park. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)

CUP ROUND-UP: Seniors too strong, tie abandoned and extra-time thriller

Glentoran’s Junior breaks the deadlock with a measured lob against Ards in the Co Antrim Shield quarter-finals. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)

Junior and Donnelly send Glentoran into semi-finals

Glentoran Women celebrate winning the Sports Direct Premiership after this afternoon's at Seaview Stadium, Belfast. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press

Glentoran crowned Sports Direct Women's Premiership champions

Linfield fans and players celebrate following the final whistle of home success over Glentoran by 2-0 in the Sports Direct Premiership. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Chris Shields celebrates 'monkey off my back' after Linfield derby goal double

Loughgall manager Dean Smith. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press

FULL POST-MATCH REACTION: The view of Loughgall manager Dean Smith

Sir Alex Ferguson with his wife Lady Cathy Ferguson (right) in 2022. (Photo by Martin Rickett/PA Wire).

Ex-Irish League player recalls visit to Ferguson home in Lady Cathy tribute

There was more success at the 2010 Mounthill Fair for Kilwaughter Beauty, who once again lifted the champion mare award. She is led by Colin Crooks while his father Houston Crooks from Kilwaughter leads Kilwaughter Blade, winner of the championship foal. Picture: Larne Times archives

Cattle scheme ‘putting farmers on the dole’ warns Fermanagh farmer (1963)

Chris Shields celebrates with his Linfield team-mates after netting in the derby day clash against Glentoran at Windsor Park

Chris Shields' first half double gives Linfield derby day joy against Glentoran

Michael O'Connor celebrates after scoring for Dungannon Swifts in their 2-0 Premiership promotion/relegation play-off victory against Annagh United. PIC: Stephen Hamilton/Inpho

Former Irish League star loving every moment of new Swedish chapter

Windsor Park hosts the first Big Two derby between Linfield and Glentoran this evening

Form goes out the window in Big Two clashes, says Glentoran coach John Gregg

Glentoran and Linfield meet in the BetMcLean Cup for a second successive year at The Oval

Glentoran and Linfield drawn together in BetMcLean Cup second round

Glentoran defender Harry Murphy in action against Linfield's Joel Cooper at Windsor Park, Belfast. PIC: INPHO Brian Little

Glentoran defender looking to follow in successful father's footsteps