Irish Cup Semi-Final Preview + Larne inch towards another title

About this episode

The episode previews the Irish Cup Semi-Final and discusses the current state of the Gibson Cup race, focusing on Larne and other teams' performances.

Damian Mullan jumps aboard the pod following a significant set of results in the chase for the Gibson Cup . Larne remained unmoved and Coleraine fought back, but a deadlock in East Belfast does neither of Linfield or Glentoran any favours. We'll reflect on where this leaves us. Chat about another blow to Crusaders top flight status as well as look ahead to the Irish Cup Semis.

People in this episode

Guest: Damian Mullan

Topics covered

• Irish Cup Semi-Final
• Gibson Cup
• Larne
• Coleraine
• Linfield
• Glentoran
• Crusaders

Keywords

• Irish Cup
• Gibson Cup
• Larne
• Coleraine
• Linfield
• Glentoran
• Crusaders
• East Belfast

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Larne, Coleraine, Linfield, Glentoran, Crusaders

Places: East Belfast

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