Cliftonville FC, one of Northern Ireland’s most storied football clubs, has a rich history dating back to its founding in 1879. Known affectionately as ’The Reds’, the team boasts a passionate fanbase and a competitive spirit in the NIFL Premiership. With a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents, Cliftonville is always a formidable opponent on the pitch. The club’s ambition is to reclaim its status at the top of Northern Irish football, showcasing a blend of attacking flair and solid defense. As they strive for success, every match is a testament to their commitment and resilience.
Cliftonville FC Upcoming matches by league
Premiership
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- Regular Season - 16
Limavady UnitedNo H2HCliftonville FC
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- Regular Season - 17
Cliftonville FCNo H2HGlentoran
Solitude -
- Regular Season - 18
Ballymena UnitedNo H2HCliftonville FC
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- Regular Season - 19
Cliftonville FCNo H2HBangor
Solitude
League Cup
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- Round of 16
Warrenpoint TownNo H2HCliftonville FC
Cliftonville FC Last matches by league
Premiership
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- Regular Season - 15
Cliftonville FC4 - 2Larne
Solitude -
- Regular Season - 14
Cliftonville FC7 - 1Carrick Rangers
Solitude -
- Regular Season - 13
Dungannon Swifts1 - 3Cliftonville FC
Stangmore Park -
- Regular Season - 12
Cliftonville FC1 - 2Portadown
Solitude
League Cup
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- Round of 32
Portadown0 - 2Cliftonville FC
Shamrock Park
Friendlies Clubs
Irish Cup
UEFA Europa Conference League
Charity Shield
Cliftonville FC Team Roster
Cliftonville FC’s squad is a blend of experienced veterans and promising young talents, with standout players like Harry Wilson and R. Donnelly leading the charge in attack. The midfield is bolstered by the creative play of J. Sheridan and the energetic contributions of R. Curran. Defensively, K. Hawthorne and O. Casey provide a strong backbone, while goalkeeper O. Murray ensures stability at the back. Other notable attackers like D. Ojo and T. Steven add depth to the offensive lineup. With a roster that balances star power and developing players, Cliftonville is poised to make a significant impact in the league this season.
position Goalkeeper
position Defender
Aaron Wightman
S. Cassidy
O. Samuels
Daniel O’Connor
P. Stanfield
D. Green
Shaun Leppard
Luke Vincent Conlan
David Kyle McClelland
Joel Thompson
Alex Bannon
position Midfielder
Harry Wilson
A. Anderson
Rory Danny Hale
Dean McMaster
Joseph Sheridan
position Attacker
C. Murray
R. Campbell
Ryan Curran
Brian Healy
Joseph Anthony Gormley
Ben Quinn
Liam McStravick
Keevan Hawthorne
Ryan Corrigan
Last Cliftonville FC Coachs
Jim Magilton
History
| Coach | Coach country | Coach since | Coach until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Magilton | Northern Ireland | 1 June 2023 | |
| Declan O'Hara | Northern Ireland | 1 April 2023 | 1 June 2023 |
| Paddy McLaughlin | Northern Ireland | 1 February 2019 | 1 April 2023 |
| Michael Press | Northern Ireland | 22 January 2019 | |
| Barry Gray | Northern Ireland | 1 May 2017 | 1 January 2019 |
| Thomas Breslin | Northern Ireland | 1 April 2017 | 1 May 2017 |
| Gerard Lyttle | Northern Ireland | 1 September 2015 | 1 April 2017 |
| Thomas Breslin | Northern Ireland | 1 May 2011 | 1 September 2015 |
Cliftonville FC Transfers
Latest player transfers from
| Player | Team from | Transfer type | Transfer date |
|---|---|---|---|
Sydney
|
Free agent | 8 September 2026 | |
| O. Samuels |
Middlesbrough U21
|
Loan | 20 July 2026 |
| D. McMaster |
Airdrie United
|
Free agent | 16 July 2026 |
| A. Bannon |
Burton Albion
|
Free agent | 16 July 2026 |
| K. McClelland |
Glenavon FC
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 |
| A. Wightman |
Glentoran
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 |
| Joel Thompson |
Ballymena United
|
Transfer | 30 June 2026 |
AFC Totton
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 | |
| B. Quinn |
Portadown
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 |
|
Sydney
|
Free agent | 29 June 2026 | |
| Conor Falls |
Glenavon FC
|
Return from loan | 30 May 2026 |
| J. Kelly |
Glentoran
|
Loan | 1 February 2026 |
| J. Kelly |
Glentoran
|
Loan | 1 February 2026 |
| A. Carroll |
Warrenpoint Town
|
Transfer | 1 February 2026 |
| Zach Balfour |
Annan Athletic
|
Free agent | 1 February 2026 |
Latest player transfers to
| Player | Team to | Transfer type | Transfer date |
|---|---|---|---|
| E. Tohill |
Middlesbrough U18
|
- | 16 August 2026 |
Newington Youth
|
Loan | 6 August 2026 | |
| Conor Falls |
Portadown
|
Free agent | 23 July 2026 |
| C. McCay |
Moyola Park
|
Free agent | 13 July 2026 |
| O. Mahoney |
Ballymena United
|
Free agent | 8 July 2026 |
| R. Jordan |
Loughgall
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 |
| S. Robertson |
Torquay
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 |
|
Loughgall
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 | |
| M. Glynn |
Ballymena United
|
Free agent | 30 June 2026 |
Celtic
|
- | 30 June 2026 | |
| Shay Reid |
Preston North End U21
|
- | 29 June 2026 |
| Conor Falls |
Portadown
|
Free agent | 29 June 2026 |
| S. Robertson |
Torquay
|
Free agent | 29 June 2026 |
| A. Carroll |
Warrenpoint Town
|
- | 29 June 2026 |
|
Loughgall
|
Free agent | 29 June 2026 |
Leagues Cliftonville FC has participated in
Last matches statistics for Cliftonville FC
| match | shots | Poss. | Pass % | Fouls | Cards | Saves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Larne
2 - 0
Cliftonville FC
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Cliftonville FC
1 - 2
Glentoran
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Limavady United
1 - 0
Cliftonville FC
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Cliftonville FC
0 - 1
Ballymena United
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Coleraine FC
1 - 0
Cliftonville FC
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Cliftonville FC
1 - 2
Portadown
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Portadown
0 - 2
Cliftonville FC
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Dungannon Swifts
1 - 3
Cliftonville FC
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Cliftonville FC
7 - 1
Carrick Rangers
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Cliftonville FC
4 - 2
Larne
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
Detailed statistics Cliftonville FC
Xtra rating history
Last rating points (most recent matches).