Top half measures

Following the guarantee of Cliftonville’s top-half finish in the Danske Bank Premiership, cliftonvillefc.net takes this timely opportunity to remind supporters of the various permutations in place for the team’s final five matches of the season.

The division’s two-way split will take effect following the 33rd round of fixtures on Saturday, March 25, when sides in the respective halves of the table will compete with one another for the Gibson Cup, European qualification and the fight against relegation.

With two teams currently confirmed for top six berths, Cliftonville are guaranteed a home game against Larne, with the location of the other four matches to be determined by the final participants, while the specific order of fixtures will be confirmed in due course.

To keep track of all opponents, home dates and away days for the Reds’ 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.