Two’s company

This afternoon’s results in the Danske Bank Premiership saw two additional matches confirmed for Cliftonville’s post-split schedule.

With an away game against Glentoran and home tie with Linfield already established for the closing weeks of the season, today’s outcomes provided mathematical guarantees of Crusaders’ and Larne’s places in the top six, meaning the Reds will also be factoring in a trip to Seaview as well as a Solitude showdown with the Invermen.

The one remaining slot in the top half of the table will be won by either Ballymena United, Coleraine or Glenavon, with the division’s two-way split taking effect following the 33rd round of fixtures on Saturday, March 26.

To keep track of all opponents, home dates and away days for Cliftonville’s post-split schedule, simply click here for a periodically updated guide reflective of the latest standings.

Fans are, however, advised that the fixtures template remains subject to ratification and indeed amendment at the discretion of the NI Football League who, as has been the case in recent seasons, may resolve to release the schedule earlier than advertised to assist Clubs’ preparations.

Which teams have qualified for the Premiership’s top six?
1. Cliftonville
2. Crusaders
3. Glentoran
4. Larne
5. Linfield
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Which teams can still mathematically qualify for the Premiership’s top six?
1. Ballymena United
2. Coleraine
3. Glenavon

Where will Cliftonville’s fixtures be played against all potential opponents?
Ballymena United (Solitude)
Coleraine (The Showgrounds)
Crusaders (Seaview)
Glenavon (Solitude)
Glentoran (The Oval)
Larne (Solitude)
Linfield (Solitude)

When will post-split fixtures take place?
Numbers reflective of Premiership positions following 33 rounds of fixtures on March 26
Saturday, April 9 (3pm)
1 v 2
3 v 4
5 v 6

Saturday, April 16 (3pm)
1 v 3
2 v 5
4 v 6

Tuesday, April 19 (7.45pm)
1 v 4
2 v 6
3 v 5

Saturday, April 23 (3pm)
1 v 5
2 v 4
3 v 6

Saturday, April 30 (3pm)
1 v 6
2 v 3
4 v 5