Cliftonville and Glentoran advance to Women's Challenge Cup final

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Cliftonville and Glentoran advance to Women's Challenge Cup final
Summary

Cliftonville and Glentoran have secured spots in the Women's Challenge Cup final after winning their respective semifinal matches. At Dixon Park, the defending champions Cliftonville secured a victory over Crusaders behind goals from Caitlin McGuinness, who scored twice, and Louise McDaniel. Meanwhile, at Solitude, Glentoran required an 81st-minute header from Gracie Conway to break a scoreless stalemate against Lisburn Ladies. Cliftonville is seeking a third consecutive Challenge Cup title, while Glentoran holds the record for the most tournament wins with 11. The two clubs now prepare to face one another in the tournament decider to determine this year's winner.

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  • Cliftonville defeated Crusaders to reach its fourth consecutive Challenge Cup final.
  • Caitlin McGuinness scored two goals and Louise McDaniel added one for Cliftonville.
  • Gracie Conway scored the decisive goal for Glentoran in the 81st minute.
  • Glentoran holds the tournament record with 11 Challenge Cup titles.
  • Cliftonville and Glentoran will meet in the final to decide the winner.
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Holders Cliftonville will face rivals Glentoran in this year's Women's Challenge Cup final.

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