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Carrick Rangers FC

03-21 03:45

2 - 0

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Linfield FC

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End 2-0

94′

M. Olosunde

88′

K.Cherry

J.Crowe

80′

K. McClean

74′

J. Mulgrew

C. McKee

72′

2-0

L. McCullough

71′

R.Waide

Joe·Moore

66′

R. McDaid

J.Archer

46′

K. Millar

A.Frizzell

Halftime 1-0

45′

1-0

M. Olosunde

36′

D. Leahy

31′

s.taylor

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Carrick Rangers FC pulled off a major upset in the Northern Ireland Premier League, defeating title-chasing Linfield FC 2-0 at the Loughview Leisure Arena on March 21, 2026. This shock result delivered a potentially decisive blow to Linfield's championship ambitions while providing a huge boost to Carrick's fight for top-flight survival. Against the run of play, Carrick took the lead midway through the first half with a powerful header from a set-piece. Linfield dominated possession but found Carrick's defense in stubborn form. The decisive moment came in the 75th minute when Carrick broke away on a rapid counter-attack, finishing coolly to double their advantage. Linfield pressed forward but could not find a way past a heroic home goalkeeper, who made several crucial saves. The victory moves Carrick Rangers further away from the relegation zone, while Linfield's defeat leaves them with a mountain to climb in the title race, dropping crucial points at a vital stage of the season.