Gerard Lawlor
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Fair play to our players
@JaayD99
&
@rorydonnelly92
for their actions tonight, stopped a lad from jumping off Fortwilliam roundabout and talked to him in the rain until Police arrived. Hope it all ends safely for the lad.
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Disappointing but not surprised at today’s announcement by
@CommunitiesNI
minister, to coin a well-known political phase “We haven’t gone away you know” nor will we. Our clubs offer so much to their communities & the economy, this treatment is disgraceful & unforgivable.
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Can’t help but think of Bresy tonight, Shield was his 1st trophy, if Paddy can go on to achieve half of what he did, I ll be delighted. He may be gone but never forgotten.
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Something I m certain of today, nothing beats walking out of a hospital consultation with positive news & relief of worries, anxiety & fear removed. Our health is so precious & our health service should never be taken for granted.
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Three years since that terrible day and while it still hurts, thankfully so many wonderful memories to remember such a great man.
#legend
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Stadium is ready and almost time. Over 11k people will be here this afternoon, hopefully everyone has a great day and enjoys the occasion.
#nifl
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So it’s all out now and public, been a rather emotional day after a roller coaster & tough few weeks, I can’t really describe how I feel but I ve been so overwhelmed and humbled by messages I ve received, thank you to everyone who contacted me and wished me well, I m so grateful.
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Tonight pre match, Solitude will pay tribute to Tommy, I ve received confirmation his family members will join us and be present, can I ask everyone to be in the ground early and hopefully as a club, we can offer some relief and condolence of their suffering. RIP
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Still sorely missed & never forgotten, never far from our thoughts on his 2nd anniversary
#legend
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While we plan for tomorrow & dream of what could be, thinking of those Reds we ve lost this season who would of been a large part of it.. gone but not forgotten
#RedArmy
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The Song “My Way” is in my head & heart, the lyrics at present ring so true!! what a gift to receive, (it will be returned to the Club btw!!) So many people to thank I wouldn’t know where to start. It’s been a privilege & Honour to serve Cliftonville FC. Reds❤️
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This evening we will officially launch the 2022/23
@OfficialNIFL
@DanskeBank_UK
Premiership, excitement is growing for what promises to be the biggest & most competitive ever!! Hopefully you ll acome across one of our billboards around the country
#nifl
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When you believe in something you have to fight, Cliftonville FC have always had to fight, and thankfully sometimes you get your rewards ..
#redarmy
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Crazy & busy few days, u never know what football throws at you, I learned some great lessons and gained respect for some individuals. Welcome to Solitude the new Lads in, best of luck to Tom and thanks to Conor Mac for everything. Pls get the window closed !!
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Wee man is 4yrs gone, still hard to believe. The Legend who ll never be forgotten, rest in peace TB x
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2/2 Our supporters were outstanding and are second to none, we go again this week & we need you all at Solitude on Wednesday night. As for anyone from outside, who feel the right to score points against our club, I couldn’t care less, your options mean nothing to me.
#Redarmy
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Happy 80th Birthday to a true Cliftonville Stalwart & Rathcoole’s finest Billy Hosie, always proud of his association with the Reds, Billy is part of the furniture at Solitude, hopefully he’s allowed a wee Vodka today to celebrate.
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Thank you to everyone who has played their part, My board, Management, the players but above all the volunteers who make Cliftonville tick day in & out. From the bottom of my heart, you deserve every min of our success for being wonderful people.... Thank you
#RedArmy
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Fantastic effort from our players & staff, so close but wasn’t to be. Roll on the league campaign!! As the UEFA delegate has just commented to me ‘your fans are amazing’ Red Army is very proud.
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A year has past, his memory never fades, a legend, he was one of a kind. Often for a split second I go to call or text him, while there is pain & sadness, his memory brings a smile when thinking of him. This is the poem I recited at Bresys funeral. RIP
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Sadly once again the Cliftonville family is in shock & mourning, not only have we lost a former player & coach but also a true friend, a Red & one of our own. Rip Paul Straney, thanks for all u did & achieved at Solitude. Deepest Sympathy to his family at this sad time.
#Legend
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Unbelievable finish tonight. Well Done to the Manager and Players for bringing silverware Bk to Solitude.
#redarmy
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Welcome to Solitude Michael & delighted to finally get this move completed after a fair bit of negotiations for a few days, if he’s anyway near successful as the last Derry fella to wear number 15, it will be magic.
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Great to see our branding and Bill boards going up around the country, Have u got ur ticket yet !!
#leaguecup2022
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1/2While great to see games “sold out” & this won’t be the only one this week, it’s so frustrating & disappointing to see our clubs still denied funding promised 10yrs ago to improve facilities, our so called politicians should be ashamed of the continued treatment of local clubs
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Sad to receive the news today of the passing of Michael Hearty, a gentleman, devoted father and true Red, whenever a volunteer was required at Solitude there wasn’t many in the queue ahead of Michael. To his daughters and the entire family I offer our sincere sympathy. RIP U Red
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1/2 Thank you to everyone who made today happen, our manager
@BazzaGray6
& his staff. Our players for the performances in getting here & for showing outstanding restraint & dignity. You ve did the club proud, not the result we wanted but the last weeks will only make us stronger.
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So pleased to get this completed, we missed out in the past and it wasn’t happening for a second time. Welcome back to Solitude Rory.
✍️ Cliftonville Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of Rory Hale.
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An honour and privilege to be asked by
@cliftonvillefc
to make this presentation to
@chrissycurran7
as he is inducted into the club’s prestigious Hall of Fame. Captain, leader and one of the clubs greatest Sons
#legend
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Pleased & honoured to be re-elected as Chair of our great club for a further 3 years, hopefully we continue to move forward & develop.
#RedArmy
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So sad this morning to receive the news that Freddie Jardine has passed away in the early hours. RIP you Red
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A day of pain at saying goodbye to a true friend, but what a send off
@garynewtown1
u nailed it & put in an All Star performance. Our current players, staff, ex players who played their part & everyone who turned out on the Cliftonville Rd thanks so much, you did our club proud
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Well done to
@Glentoran
this evening, All 4 teams give their all today in demanding circumstances & deserve massive credit.
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Currently in the old Whitehouse at Solitude, not many of my doubters about tonight but wish they were to help me get the White smoke started
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Behind the scenes prep for Sat being done, we like other clubs are so privileged to have outstanding staff & volunteers who make the club tick. Unsung heroes that we are so thankful for
#redarmy
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Happy Pride day to everyone taking part, someday I’d love Cliftonville to be involved in the parade but unfortunately it clashes with our season opener. Have fun, be happy, enjoy & always remember, people often hate, because they’re not you..
#Pride
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Hopefully a day of change in North Belfast, Best wishes & Good Luck
@johnfinucane
sincerely hope you get the support you deserve & that people put Green & Orange behind them and do what’s best to build a better constituency for future generations.
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We must give credit when due, thanks to
@DeirdreHargey
for her openness today & listening, we all have a role to now lead and deliver this programme for the good of Football & our Clubs.
This afternoon the NI Football League held a meeting with the Minister for Communities’ and Irish FA following the events of earlier this week.
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Delighted with tonight’s win, our players give their all against a very good Linfield side, so wish our fans could of been there to enjoy it. Onwards and upwards
#redarmy
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As we leave the office for the final time this year(yes Nifl have been working all wk) On behalf of myself & all
@OfficialNIFL
staff, I thank everyone involved in the local game & wish all a happy and prosperous 2022. Let’s progress further and rise this league to new heights⚽️👏
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Anyone got a 🚁
@OfficialNIFL
&
@DanskeBank_UK
could borrow next Saturday 😂, what an intriguing title race & just a pity it has to end next week. Full credit to all the Clubs, Managers & Players who have played their part throughout the season.
#NIFL
#FinalDay
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Credit & thanks to the staff and supporters of
@Glentoran
for their respect of the minutes applause this afternoon in memory of Paul Straney
#respect
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What a save from Brushy, won us the game in the end, so underestimated and one of the nicest people you could meet.
🙌 1-0 up in the last minute and Richard Brush does this...
What a way to secure three points!
👉
#BBCIrishPrem
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Beautiful morning in sunny Leeds, hopefully a productive day as we pitch
@OfficialNIFL
to a major brand.
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Delighted to get this one over the line, Thanks to
@derrycityfc
for their understanding and professionalism in the handling of the negotiations.
Cliftonville Football Club are delighted to announce that agreement has been reached with Derry City for the transfer of Conor McDermott.
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Great work to enter the split in top 4, Manager & players deserve massive credit so far in what’s been a ultra competitive season, plus no fans & a large amount of injuries. Well done & sets us up for massive work in the coming weeks.
#redarmy
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Nothing but respect for Mc D, I m sure that interview took guts and so pleased he’s back on track, one of the nicest fellas you could meet, so pleased for him and hopefully his story helps others.
"I destroyed everything.” Cliftonville defender Conor McDermott speaks for the first time about his gambling addiction which almost ruined his life
@CMcDermott97
#gamblingaddiction
#gamblingrehab
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Lots of media & PR around an All Ireland league, I find the current proposals lack substance and are unrealistic, some of our southern clubs joining
@OfficialNIFL
could be a way forward, we in the north have a very progressive league and we should be weary of tampering with it.
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Took my Big Son for his first legal pint, Happy Birthday Gerard, so proud of the young man, you have become.
@GerardLawlor5
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As Cats lay in RVH tonight & one thing that stuck me as he lay in his kit, was how proud he was to wear it & it wasn't being taking off him!
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Happy Christmas!!
Cliftonville Football Club are delighted to announce that Joe Gormley has this morning signed a three-year contract extension that will keep him at Solitude until at least the summer of 2023.
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Phenomenal sales in first 15 hours, first sales report in and almost 4K tickets gone already. Don’t miss out, promises to be a fantastic occasion.
🎫 Tickets for the 2022 BetMcLean League Cup Final between
@cliftonvillefc
and
@ColeraineFC
are now on sale!
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At Hospital with Cats, couple of breaks in the leg & awaiting surgery but in good spirits & will be back.
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That pitch has served us so well and some unforgettable memories that will stay with us forever.
🏟 Cliftonville Football Club are pleased to announce that work will soon commence on the installation of a new artificial pitch at Solitude.
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As a rule I ll rarely comment on other clubs, players or staff but as an exception & on a personal level, what a fantastic job
@BazzaGray6
is doing at
@thepointfc
one of the game’s characters & good guys, who works so hard, really pleased for him.
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No doubting where my loyalty lies today, but here’s hoping for a great occasion and memorable game for two great clubs, and pls let’s make sure we are talking about it tomorrow for all the right reasons.
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All I ask is, that none of our Boys leave the pitch today with regrets or haven’t given 100% ... after that it’s up to the Red Army to be at their loudest & Proudness, to roar them on.. let’s together make this a special day.
#IrishCup
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Delighted to progress tonight, great cup tie... support was amazing. Players have showed their strength when it mattered
#RedArmy
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Congrats to
@OfficialBlues
&
@cliftonvillefc
securing top 2 finish’s & European qualification. Massive games left for both, it’s been an intriguing battle for the title. Sad to see
@thepointfc
drop out of Premiership, hopefully they’ll return. Exciting few wks ahead
@OfficialNIFL
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Very welcome 3pts today after a difficult week, appreciate all the support and encouragement from supporters this afternoon.
#Redarmy
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Delighted to get this deal completed to provide long term exposure to our clubs & the league,
@BBCSPORTNI
deserve credit for their investment and we look forward to working with them to provide progression & further opportunities for our clubs.
#nifl
NEWS |
@BBCSPORTNI
has agreed a new five-year broadcast deal with the Northern Ireland Football League.
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Not really a lot to say after that, other than... Cancel all plans for the 5th May!! There’s a Cup final to attend
#RedArmy
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At Hampden Park today for a productive meeting with SPFL CEO Neil Doncaster, networking and sharing ideas of how our two leagues can work together in the future.
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Delighted to make the next round, great character shown today by
@JoeGormley9
when it would of been easier to pass on the responsibility. Our players & staff deserved that today for their hard work
#RedArmy
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No matter what happens in the coming weeks, it's brilliant to see our Club united tonight again
#RedArmy
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We always criticise Refs but I was at Solitude today and in my opinion Tony Clarke was excellent, used common sense when need be, allowed the game to flow and managed the players very well. Well Done he played his part in another exciting game in the league.
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Such an impressive performance from our youth team tonight to win the Youth Cup 5-1, played some delightful football. Congratulations to the players, Micky Donnelly and the staff. The future is certainly bright
#redarmy
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Europa league journey begins today for real, off to Uefa for tomorrow’s draw.
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Good Luck to former
@cliftonvillefc
player Conor Hazard who makes his competitive
@CelticFC
debut this evening.
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At this stage a crowd of almost 11k will attend todays final, Good Luck to both sides and Thank you to our amazing staff who have worked so hard to make it happen.
#nifl
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A lot of questions asked of our players this week and they provided resounding answers today, they showed together & a determination. Well done, only disappointment was the fans not being there to enjoy it. We go again next week.
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Best wishes to Ruairi Harkin who is having surgery today to repair his ACL. Also well done to our medical team for arranging so effectively
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Another great Redman gone in these terrible times, a larger than life character & passionate supporter. RIP John
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I always feared one day, I would have to do it, but an absolute privilege to provide the Eulogy at Freddie’s funeral today on behalf of the club, great to see such a vast array of Solitude past & present in attendance
#RedArmy
Cliftonville Football Club today joined Freddie Jardine’s family, friends and loved ones in bidding a heartfelt farewell to our legendary former physiotherpist, who passed away last week at the age of 94.
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Well Done & Congratulations to
@JoeGormley9
who will make his 300th appearance for the club this afternoon. Hopefully his 200th goal will also arrive very soon & let’s hope there’s many more to come.
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Nothing like visiting the Cancer unit on a Saturday night to put life into prospective.
#itsonlyagame
Cliftonville FC extends best wishes to today's Matchball Sponsor Colin Simpson, who is currently ill in hospital.
Chairman Gerard Lawlor and Manager Barry Gray visited Colin after the game to relay the support of everyone at Solitude.
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Great result today, must say I m delighted for the Manager & his team, who have worked tirelessly since coming in & deserved that.
#RedArmy
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I respect political leaders have a lot on but delays to this funding is unacceptable, we can’t grow our game without promised support. Clubs have got constant empty promises, they’re frustrated, bewildered, going into debt & borrowing to keep in cases unfit facilities functional
"We require clarity, real timelines and a realistic plan as at this stage £36 million will no longer make any impact in our domestic game" -
@Gerardlawlor75
✍️
@PaulFergusonSL
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A pleasure to hold our first formal meeting today with new MP
@johnfinucane
discussing a wide range of topics, but above all the redevelopment of Solitude and how the club can play our part in tackling social issues in North Belfast.
@deckylynch
@SFNorthBelfast
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I would like to welcome the support that both myself and the Club have received in the last few days. In particular, I would like to thank those from the Unionist community and churches for their engagement and encouragement.
Cliftonville Football Club have issued a further statement regarding events at Narrow Water on Saturday.
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Delighted to get this deal completed, Aaron emphasises everything good in a young player and so deserves the reward for his hard work, dedication & commitment. Another product of our youth system (bar a few yrs away, but that was his da’s fault!!) a future Capt in the making.
✍️ Cliftonville Football Club are delighted to announce that Aaron Donnelly has agreed a three-year contract extension at Solitude.
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A Great loss to the Cliftonville family, World Cup Kenny was a Legend, great character and always willing to help. Deepest Sympathy to his family and many friends. Kenny & his flag will be sorely missed at Solitude. RIP
Cliftonville Football Club are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Kenny Murdock, a dedicated Reds supporter and enthusiastic matchday volunteer who performed a multitude of roles for his Club across many years.
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2/2 Just imagine the work those clubs could be doing this week within local communities to bring young people & families together at Interfaces and in Towns. Time for lip service is over & now time for action & movement
@sinnfeinireland
@duponline
@allianceparty
@CommunitiesNI
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Great win &
@rorydonnelly92
was excellent! Called to visit Fred Jardine after & told him the score, total delight in his face
#Priceless
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So pleased for Micky, a nicer fella you couldn’t meet, well done on a fantastic week.
📝 Michael McCrudden was at the double to help Cliftonville overcome Dungannon Swifts at Solitude this evening.
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No better man for the Job, I wish Paul every success in the role & hopefully everyone will get behind and support him.
⚽️ Cliftonville FC are pleased to announce that Paul McKeown has agreed to take up the position as Interim Chair of the Club.
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Very frustrating & disappointing day on & off the pitch yesterday. What is important now is, that we as a Cliftonville family must stick together, support the Manager & our players. I can assure everyone, they are united & are determined to improve performances & recent results.
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Massive win tonight delighted for the Manager, staff & players who have worked hard the last few weeks! Fans of both clubs excellent tonight
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Welcome to the team Sophie, Alex and Emily… the Nifl team behind the league!! delighted to get our new recruits on board, as we continue to develop & prepare for Season 2023/24
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Absolute Gentleman, hopefully when spectators return we ll see more of him at Solitude.
👏 Cliftonville FC extends best wishes for the future to lifelong Reds fan Ken Reid, who calls time on a stellar journalistic career today.
Enjoy your retirement and we look forward to welcoming you back to Solitude as soon as possible.
#YouReid
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I m pleased to see Aaron Donnelly get recognition for his performances last season, fully deserved.
🗣 Under-21 caretaker manager Andy Crosby has selected four new faces among his 22-strong panel ahead of our games against Malta and Denmark 👇🏻
🔗 See the full squad: ➡️ ⬅️
#GAWA
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Absolutely delighted to progress tonight, great performance & attitude from the players & excellent prep from the Manager & staff
#RedArmy
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