Glenavon relegated for first time since 2005
Glenavon relegated for first time since 2005
Mon, May 18, 2026 at 8:12 AM UTC
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Glenavon relegated for first time since 2005
Falling just short of what would have been one of the most commendable relegation escapes in recent years, the Lurgan Blues will play in the Championship next season.
Their undoing ultimately was down to their bad start under previous boss Paddy McLaughlin as they failed to secure a point in their opening 11 fixtures.
They also conceded 50 goals before the January window with their goal difference significantly impacted.
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The job that Michael O'Connor pulled off since October was a commendable one, but the damage was already done before his tenure and they had too much of a mountain to climb.
It is no surprise that Glenavon were quick to offer O'Connor a new contract as they aim to bounce straight back up to the top-flight next season.
"We need to rebuild again, we are taking a step back in the Championship to hopefully take two steps forward. That is the aim," O'Connor said.
"A lot of work to be done in the off season for which players we keep and what players we bring in. It is going to be huge the recruitment."
Source: “AOL Sports”
