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26-09-2026
Ballymena United secured a 2-0 victory over Portadown at the Ballymena Showgrounds in the NIFL Premiership. After a scoreless first half, Ballymena broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute when Finley Thorndike scored. Igor Rutkowski then sealed the win with a second goal in the 82nd minute, ensuring all three points for the hosts.