For Friday’s blockbuster Premiership clash with Larne, long-serving club captain Marcus Kane is Beth Stafford’s pick for the cover of this week’s multi award-winning Glentoran Gazette.

Inside, the 1923 Committee pay tribute to the volunteers who help make Glentoran Football Club what it is, while also urging all Glentoran supporters to get firmly behind the team on a big night at The Oval. Declan Devine echoes that call, stressing the vital role the fans can play as the Glens look to deliver in a high-stakes encounter.

Philip Stevenson brings us a recently unearthed piece of memorabilia, recalling one of the club’s most celebrated former players, while we also pay tribute to the title-winning Glentoran Seconds following their outstanding season.

John Grayden considers the financial challenges clubs will face as new regulations come into effect, Henry Muldrew reflects on the importance of history and local identity through the origins of MK Dons, and Jimmy Carter questions whether the NIFL Awards have been staged too early with the season still in the balance.

Plus, photo action from Tommy Sewell and Pacemaker Press, the lowdown on our visitors Larne, news from Around the Oval and all the stats.

With a big crowd expected, your Glentoran Gazette – just £4 – will be in high demand, so be sure to arrive early and secure your copy.