Glentoran Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of former Derry City defender Shane McEleney on an 18-month contract, with an option for a further twelve months.
The 33-year-old centre-back has finalised his move after successfully completing a medical, following the conclusion of his contract with Derry City.
McEleney, who played for his hometown club in the recent FAI Cup final, will officially join the Glens on 1st January 2025.
It’s a cup final at the first time of asking for Declan Devine and his new look Glens as two excellent first half goals were enough to secure a win in tonight’s Toal’s County Antrim Shield Final at the Bet McLean Oval.
Fuad Sule returned from suspension while Andrew Mills played in goal as he has done in cup and shield ties while Jordan Jenkins was given a start in place of David Fisher who was on the bench tonight. James Singleton and Paddy McClean were still respectively suspended and injured.
Congratulations to Djair Parfitt on his selection to represent the Bermuda national team in upcoming CONCACAF Nations League fixtures.
Djair will feature in two important matches as Bermuda continues its campaign in League B, Group D of the competition against Antigua and Barbuda on Saturday 16th November and the Dominican Republic on Tuesday 19th November.
Tuesday 12 November
Kick Off 7.45pm
Declan Devine has challenged his players to build on Saturday’s commanding 3-0 victory over Glenavon as they prepare to face Ballymena United in the ToalsBet.Com County Antrim Shield semi-final tomorrow night at the BetMcLean Oval.
Reflecting on Saturday’s performance, Devine praised his squad’s attitude and determination, highlighting noting how their relentless work rate finally produced the goals that had been missing in recent weeks.
In the most solemn of weeks the Glentoran Gazette looks back at the club’s Remembrance ceremony held before the league game against Larne while graphic artist Beth Stafford cover features goalkeeper Daniel Gyollai as a war movie hero. Ahead of the Shield semi-final against Ballymena United Declan Devine welcomes Fuad Sule back after suspension for a game the management team wants to win.
Glentoran Football Club would like to thank all those who attended this morning's annual service of Remembrance at the Bet McLean Oval.
The service was conducted by Club Chaplain Rev David Thompson and a poppy wreath was laid on behalf of Glentoran by Club Chairman Colin Jess.
Lest We Forget.
Glentoran FC is pleased to confirm that remedial repair work to the Railway Stand at The BetMcLean Oval has been completed, and the necessary safety certifications have been secured from Belfast City Council and the Irish Football Association.
The decision to temporarily close the Railway Stand, including its seated and covered facilities, was made proactively by the club following an internal review to ensure the health and safety of all supporters.
Glentoran goalkeeper Dániel Gyollai is the Sports Direct Premiership Player of the Month for October.
Three very well taken finishes at Mourneview Park by three of Declan Devine’s summer signings summer signings gave Glentoran their heaviest win of the season so far.
With James Singleton and Fuad Sule suspended Declan Devine was forced into two changes with James Douglas returning to central midfield and Aaron Wightman called up to play right back after a torrid time with injuries to make his first start since March and his first game under the management team. Fortunately, Marcus Kane had recovered to replace Paddy McClean who aggravated an injury in training.
Saturday 9th November
Kick Off 3pm
On Saturday we aim to bounce back to winning ways and up the table with a visit to Mourneview Park in match 16 of the Sports Direct Premiership.
