The inaugural Avenir Sports All-Island Cup Final has been confirmed to take place on Sunday, 23 July at The Showgrounds in Sligo. Galway United and Cliftonville secured their spots in the final after impressive victories over Wexford Youths and Cork City, respectively.
The final, set to kick off at 3 pm, marks the culmination of the first-ever all-island competition, showcasing the talent and competitiveness of clubs from across Ireland. Galway United will be designated as the away team, with Cliftonville enjoying the home advantage for this historic clash.
The match will also be broadcast live on LOI TV.
The first ever Avenir Sports All-Island Cup Final between Cliftonville and Galway United has been confirmed to take place on Sunday, July 23, at The Showgrounds in Sligo at 15:00!
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In the League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division, Galway United currently sits in fifth place, trailing leaders Peamount by 12 points. Cliftonville, on the other hand, occupies the second spot in the Women’s Premiership, engaged in a fierce battle with Glentoran for domestic honours.
The Avenir Sports All-Island Cup has provided an additional platform for clubs to compete for silverware, and its introduction has been warmly received by teams and supporters alike. It offers an exciting opportunity to showcase the talent and strength of women’s football across the island.
Wexford Youths, who had high hopes of adding another trophy to their collection, faced disappointment as they narrowly missed out on a place in the Final. Despite a hard-fought match that ended 1-1 after 90 minutes, penalties ultimately favoured Galway United, securing them a 4-3 victory.