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Glentoran Quartet named in Northern Ireland Senior Women’s Squad

Thu, 27/03/2025 - 10:54

Glentoran is product to confirm that four players from our Glentoran Women squad have been called up for the Northern Ireland senior women’s national team ahead of a crucial UEFA Women’s Nations League double-header against Romania.

Among the call-ups is 18-year-old midfielder Aimee Kerr, who has received her first senior international cap after an impressive rise through the Northern Ireland youth pathway. A former captain of both the U17 and U19 sides, Kerr replaces her Glens teammate Chloe McCarron, who misses out due to injury.

Glentoran teenager Joel Kerr signs for West Ham United

Wed, 26/03/2025 - 15:00

Glentoran Football Club is delighted to confirm that highly rated Academy prospect Joel Kerr has signed a long-term contract with English Premier League side West Ham United, committing his future to the Hammers until 2028.

The 16-year-old, from The Rock in County Tyrone, will make the move to London this summer after attracting interest from several top clubs across the UK and Europe.

A Northern Ireland Under-17 international, Kerr is widely recognised as one of the most exciting young talents to emerge from the country in recent years.

Earlier kick-off time confirmed for Linfield fixture

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 17:26

Glentoran’s Sports Direct Premiership post-split clash against Linfield at The National Stadium has been selected for live broadcast by BBC NI and will now kick off at the earlier time of 1:00pm on Saturday 5th April 2025.

The fixture will be available to watch live on BBC iPlayer.

Further details, including ticketing information will be communicated in due course.

Tickets On Sale: Final Home Fixture of the Season

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 15:03

Glentoran return to The BetMcLean Oval on Tuesday 1st April 2025 to face Coleraine in the opening match of the post-split fixtures — and our final home game of the 2024/25 Sports Direct Premiership campaign.

With European qualification on the line and everything still to play for, it’s set to be a huge night in East Belfast. Let’s pack out The BetMcLean Oval and get right behind Declan Devine’s side as we aim to bounce back and take a crucial step towards securing a top-two finish.

 

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2025 Open Evening for Scholarship Programme

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 12:33

The Glentoran Elite Scholarship Programme Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 26th March 2025 at 6.30pm at Blanchflower Stadium.

Open to all Year 12 pupils — boys and girls — this event is a must-attend for those with a passion for football and ambitions to progress both on the pitch and in the classroom.

Delivered in partnership with Ashfield Boys’ High School, the full-time programme offers a unique dual pathway — combining elite-level football training with a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport, equivalent to three A-levels.

Glentoran edged out by Crusaders

Sat, 22/03/2025 - 18:39

Glentoran were narrowly beaten 1-0 by Belfast rivals Crusaders in Saturday’s Sports Direct Premiership clash at the BetMcLean Oval, as a second-half header from Philip Lowry proved decisive in a tight and hard-fought contest. The result sees Glentoran drop to third in the league standings, with Larne moving ahead on goal difference.

Tomorrow's Gazette

Fri, 21/03/2025 - 13:07

After his double strike against Larne midweek, Joe Thomson is Glentoran’s Braveheart on Beth Stafford’s cover for tomorrow’s Glentoran Gazette for our final pre-split game against Crusaders.

Trevor Thompson: The Glens' Greatest Goalscorer in His Own Words

Fri, 21/03/2025 - 12:00

Following the sad passing of Trevor Thompson, Glentoran Football Club’s all-time leading goalscorer, we reflect on his remarkable life and career through his own words.

In 2000, Trevor sat down with John Moore for an in-depth interview in the Glentoran Gazette. It beautifully captured his wit, humility, and enduring love for the club.

As a tribute, we are proud to republish the article. Trevor's insights offer a wonderful glimpse into the life of a true Glentoran legend.

 

Didn’t you used to be... Trevor Thompson? (Part 1)

 

Connolly demands big performance in Crusaders clash

Fri, 21/03/2025 - 11:08

Glentoran winger Dylan Connolly insists the squad must deliver a big performance as they prepare for Saturday’s final pre-split fixture against Crusaders at The BetMcLean Oval (Kick-off: 3:00pm).

With just one game remaining before the split, Glentoran sit second in the Sports Direct Premiership, three points ahead of Larne and four clear of Dungannon Swifts in the race for automatic European qualification. A victory would maintain their grip on second place, while anything less could leave the door open for their rivals.

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