Glentoran

Duncan Ferguson’s debut as Glentoran manager was set for a home game against Ballymena United on Saturday, but a pitch inspection revealed the surface was waterlogged, leading to the match being called off. The postponement means Ferguson’s first appearance in charge will now be an away fixture at Coleraine on 30 October. A Met Office yellow weather warning and an amber warning for strong winds contributed to the decision.

Glentoran entered the 2026‑27 Irish Premiership with high expectations but have only secured two wins from six matches, sitting eighth and nine points behind leaders Coleraine. Manager Declan Devine faces mounting pressure as coach Tim McCann and owner Ali Pour demand greater accountability from the squad ahead of a decisive clash with Coleraine.