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Glenavon Match Preview
Uploaded Friday, 12th Aug, 2022 at 14:59
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BALLYMENA United and Glenavon kick off the 2022/23 Danske Bank Premiership campaign on Saturday afternoon at Ballymena Showgrounds.
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The last meeting between the sides was in April, Glenavon come from a goal down to win 3-1 winners with goals from Calum Birney, Peter Campbell (2).
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Recent results v Glenavon (all league unless stated):
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Glenavon 3-1 Ballymena United, Mourneview Park, 9th April 2022. Att: 775
Ballymena United 3-3 Glenavon, Ballymena Showgrounds, 19th February 2022. Att: 973
Glenavon 0-1 Ballymena United, Mourneview Park, 6th November 2021. Att: 688
Ballymena United 1-1 Glenavon, Ballymena Showgrounds, 18th September 2021. Att: 972
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Glenavon:
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Despite finishing in the coveted 7th place play-off position at the end of last season, Glenavon went on to lose 2-0 to Glentoran at The Oval in the semi-finals of the Europa Conference League play-offs.
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Ballymena United:
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Finished just a single point behind Glenavon last season, United hope to fare much better in the upcoming campaign, and with a plethora of new faces on the scene, it'll be interesting to see how the team shapes up.
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Season Ticket Cards:
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Season ticket cards will be available to collect tomorrow afternoon, and new season tickets can still be purchased prior to kick off - please read the following carefully...
Card collection only for season tickets purchased BEFORE 2nd August*
Collection and sales will be from reception in the home stand from 2pm
Please arrive early to avoid long queues prior to kick off
Cash and card accepted for new season ticket purchases
*Season tickets purchased after the 1st of August can gain access using the eTicket barcode emailed to them at the time of purchase, and physical cards will be available to collect at a later date.
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Ticket Information:
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Tickets for Ballymena United supporters are available to buy now from the Ticketing Portal. Tickets are £12 for adults, £8 for concessions and children.
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Match Officials:
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Referee: Christopher Morrison. Assistant 1: Stephen Donaldson. Assistant 2: Ryan Kelsey. 4th Official: Raymond Crangle.
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Match Information:
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The match kicks off at 3:00pm.
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It's the time of year we've all been eagerly awaiting, and the weather is set to be hot so please ensure you dress appropriately and wear sunscreen. Make your way to the Showgrounds and be loud and proud of YOUR team - Come On Sky Blues!
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Match Preview by Paul Irwin
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