Glenavon FC striker Michael O'Connor joins German club MSV 1919 Neuruppin
Glenavon FC striker Michael O'Connor has joined German club MSV 1919 Neuruppin after leaving the Lurgan Blues. The 27-year-old Republic of Ireland U21 international scored nine goals in 29 Premiership appearances for Linfield in 2018/19.
What happened?
Michael O'Connor has joined MSV 1919 Neuruppin, a German club that plays in the Brandenburgliga, Germany's sixth tier. The club has been crowned Landesliga Brandenburg-Nord champions on three occasions, most recently in 2021.
Why it matters for Glenavon FC
Glenavon FC are currently 12th in the Premiership with 25 points from 33 games, 48 points behind leaders Larne. The team has scored 33 goals and conceded 63 this season, with a recent form of 0W-1D-4L (LLLLD).
What comes next?
Glenavon FC will be looking to bounce back from their recent form, with their next match scheduled to take place soon. Meanwhile, Michael O'Connor will be looking to make an impact at his new club, MSV 1919 Neuruppin.
As of 24 July 2026, Glenavon FC are 12th in the Premiership with 25 points from 33 games, 48 points behind leaders Larne. The team has scored 33 goals and conceded 63 this season, with a recent form of 0W-1D-4L (LLLLD). Glenavon FC's last result was a 2-3 loss to Carrick Rangers on 25 April 2026.
