Glentoran and Carrick Rangers prepare for 2026-27 season challenges
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Glentoran looks to build on last season's progress in the 2026-27 season. The club secured a European spot but ended without silverware after a runner-up finish in the League Cup. Carrick Rangers aims to continue their positive momentum, having registered a record points tally last season and secured silverware. Both clubs have undergone player changes as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures, with Glentoran facing Limavady United and Carrick Rangers taking on Portadown in their respective openers.
- •Glentoran finished 3rd in the 2025-26 season and seeks domestic silverware.
- •Pat Hoban was Glentoran's top goalscorer with 25 goals last season.
- •Carrick Rangers ended last season in 7th but achieved a record points tally.
- •Nine players have left Carrick Rangers, with new signings including Jordan Forsythe.
- •First fixtures: Glentoran vs Limavady United; Carrick Rangers vs Portadown.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Glentoran preview 26-27: Glens must build on steady progress
- 9:50 PMYahoo Sports — Carrick Rangers 26-27 preview: Baxter must build on progress
"BBC Sport NI looks at Carrick Rangers' prospects for the 2026-27 season.
"BBC Sport NI looks at Glentoran's prospects for the 2026-27 season.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 9:56 PMGlentoran preview 26-27: Glens must build on steady progress
BBC Sport NI looks at Glentoran's prospects for the 2026-27 season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 9:50 PMCarrick Rangers 26-27 preview: Baxter must build on progress
BBC Sport NI looks at Carrick Rangers' prospects for the 2026-27 season.
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