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2025 Open Evening for Scholarship Programme

Tue, 25/03/2025 - 12:33

The Glentoran Elite Scholarship Programme Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 26th March 2025 at 6.30pm at Blanchflower Stadium.

Open to all Year 12 pupils — boys and girls — this event is a must-attend for those with a passion for football and ambitions to progress both on the pitch and in the classroom.

Delivered in partnership with Ashfield Boys’ High School, the full-time programme offers a unique dual pathway — combining elite-level football training with a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport, equivalent to three A-levels.

Glentoran edged out by Crusaders

Sat, 22/03/2025 - 18:39

Glentoran were narrowly beaten 1-0 by Belfast rivals Crusaders in Saturday’s Sports Direct Premiership clash at the BetMcLean Oval, as a second-half header from Philip Lowry proved decisive in a tight and hard-fought contest. The result sees Glentoran drop to third in the league standings, with Larne moving ahead on goal difference.

Tomorrow's Gazette

Fri, 21/03/2025 - 13:07

After his double strike against Larne midweek, Joe Thomson is Glentoran’s Braveheart on Beth Stafford’s cover for tomorrow’s Glentoran Gazette for our final pre-split game against Crusaders.

Trevor Thompson: The Glens' Greatest Goalscorer in His Own Words

Fri, 21/03/2025 - 12:00

Following the sad passing of Trevor Thompson, Glentoran Football Club’s all-time leading goalscorer, we reflect on his remarkable life and career through his own words.

In 2000, Trevor sat down with John Moore for an in-depth interview in the Glentoran Gazette. It beautifully captured his wit, humility, and enduring love for the club.

As a tribute, we are proud to republish the article. Trevor's insights offer a wonderful glimpse into the life of a true Glentoran legend.

 

Didn’t you used to be... Trevor Thompson? (Part 1)

 

Connolly demands big performance in Crusaders clash

Fri, 21/03/2025 - 11:08

Glentoran winger Dylan Connolly insists the squad must deliver a big performance as they prepare for Saturday’s final pre-split fixture against Crusaders at The BetMcLean Oval (Kick-off: 3:00pm).

With just one game remaining before the split, Glentoran sit second in the Sports Direct Premiership, three points ahead of Larne and four clear of Dungannon Swifts in the race for automatic European qualification. A victory would maintain their grip on second place, while anything less could leave the door open for their rivals.

Glentoran mourns the passing of club legend Trevor Thompson

Thu, 20/03/2025 - 20:40

Glentoran is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Trevor Thompson, our all-time leading goalscorer and one of the greatest players ever to wear the famous red, green and black.

A true Glentoran icon, Trevor played for the club from 1956 to 1968, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy that will forever be etched into the fabric of The BetMcLean Oval.

Honours even as Glens settle for draw against Larne

Tue, 18/03/2025 - 22:42

Glentoran had to settle for a point this evening in an entertaining 2-2 draw with Larne in the Sports Direct Premiership at The BetMcLean Oval.

Joe Thomson scored twice against his former club either side of half-time, however Larne hit back with goals from Paul O’Neill and a penalty from Andy Ryan to level the game.

Under dry but cold conditions in east Belfast it was the Glens that settled faster under the lights and fans only had to wait 11 minutes until their team made a breakthrough.

Thomson calls for Glens to seize crucial opportunity

Mon, 17/03/2025 - 19:00

Glentoran midfielder Joe Thomson insists the squad is fully focused on delivering a crucial result against Larne in Tuesday night’s crunch Sports Direct Premiership clash at The BetMcLean Oval (Kick-off: 7:45pm).

The Glens currently sit second in the table, three points ahead of third-placed Larne. A victory would open up a six-point gap to the reigning champions, while defeat would see Larne draw level with Declan Devine’s side in the race for automatic European qualification.

Tomorrow's Gazette

Mon, 17/03/2025 - 18:57

It's Indiana Jones aka Cammy Palmer on the Beth Stafford designed cover of the Glentoran Gazette for tomorrow night's rearranged Premiership game against Larne.  Inside the 1923 Committee consider the good, bad and ugly side of the arrangements for the Bet McLean Cup final,  we look at the progress of Larne up the Premiership table and Declan Devine gives his thoughts on a titanic battle ahead.  Henry Muldrew pays tribute to a soon to be retired ex-player and media pundit, there's a look back through the years in This Week Then and our games against Glenavon and Carrick Rangers are assessed

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