Back within Range

Cliftonville Ladies’ defence of the Women’s Irish Cup will commence against a familiar foe on Friday night.

For not only did the Reds lock horns with Lisburn Rangers on Sports Direct Women’s Premiership duty last week, they also eliminated them from last season’s Irish Cup, having defeated them in the 2024 Final.

The Gers sent out a reminder of their capabilities when they emerged from north Belfast with all three points last time out, and Brendan Lynch’s side will be gunning to set the record straight while maintaining their grip on the silverware.

Kick-off at Solitude is at 7.30pm, with admission set at £5 for Adults and £2 for Concessions.