Glenavon FC is set to start its promotion bid in the Northern Ireland Championship with a home clash. The team suffered top-flight relegation last term and will be playing in the second-tier for the first time since 2004/05.
What's at Stake?
The Championship campaign will start on Saturday, August 8, with 30 rounds played before seven split fixtures begin in March. Glenavon FC will face stiff competition from 15 other teams, including Annagh United, who narrowly missed out on sealing Premiership status last season.
The Road to Promotion
Glenavon FC's recent form has been disappointing, with a record of 8W-1D-24L from 33 games, leaving them 12th in the Premiership with 25 points. The team has scored 33 goals but conceded 63, resulting in a -30 goal difference. They are 48 points behind leaders Larne.
Upcoming Fixtures
The full list of Championship fixtures has been revealed, with Glenavon FC's first match scheduled for August 8. The team will be looking to bounce back from their last result, a 2-3 loss to Carrick Rangers on April 25, 2026.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 12th in Premiership |
| Points | 25 |
| Recent Form | LLDDD |
| Goals Scored | 33 |
| Goals Conceded | 63 |
| Goal Difference | -30 |
| Points Behind Leaders | 48 |
| Last Result | Glenavon FC 2-3 Carrick Rangers (2026-04-25) |
