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Larne prepares for Charity Shield clash against Coleraine

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 7:08 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Larne prepares for Charity Shield clash against Coleraine
Summary

Larne captain Tomas Cosgrove expressed confidence ahead of the Charity Shield match against Coleraine, scheduled for this weekend. Coleraine, who finished strong in the previous season by winning the Irish Cup, is viewed as a tough opponent. Cosgrove acknowledged that both teams are under pressure due to their past successes, with Coleraine going unbeaten in the final stretch of last season. As both clubs gear up for the match, Larne also prepares for their Champions League qualifying tie against Tre Fiori of San Marino later this month.

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  • •Larne and Coleraine face off in the Charity Shield this weekend.
  • •Coleraine won the Irish Cup and finished second last season.
  • •Larne is preparing for Champions League qualifiers against Tre Fiori.
  • •Tomas Cosgrove noted increased pressure on both teams this season.
  • •Coleraine was unbeaten in matches after the season split last year.
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  • 7:08 AMYahoo Sports — 'Coleraine have a target on their back' - Cosgrove
What they're saying
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Larne captain Tomas Cosgrove believes that "Coleraine have a target on their back" this season in the Irish Premiership.

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