Larne and Cliftonville faced off in a thrilling match that ended in a 1-1 draw, showcasing both teams’ efforts and leaving fans eager for more action in upcoming games.
Cliftonville took the lead in the first half. Joe Gormley scored a fantastic goal in the 29th minute, shooting from a tight angle past Larne’s goalkeeper, Rohan Ferguson. The Reds had several chances to increase their lead but couldn’t find the net again.
As the match continued, Larne struggled to create opportunities. They were fortunate not to fall further behind when Rory Hale’s shot went just wide before halftime. The second half saw Cliftonville remain in control, with Hale and Luke Conlan both coming close to scoring again.
Larne finally made their mark in the 88th minute. After a free-kick from Conor McKendry, Ryan Nolan headed the ball into the net, slipping it through Cliftonville’s goalkeeper David Odumosu’s legs. This late equalizer brought the home crowd to life.
In the closing moments, there was more drama. Jonny Addis from Cliftonville received two yellow cards in quick succession, leading to his dismissal. A Cliftonville coach also received a booking during this time.
Despite the late excitement, the match ended in a draw. Cliftonville remains in second place, seven points behind leaders Linfield, while Larne sits in ninth place. Both teams will be back in action on Wednesday night in the League Cup, with Larne facing Annagh United and Cliftonville playing against Armagh City.
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