Andy McGrory is hoping a change of challenge can result in a change of form when Ballymena United face Cliftonville tonight in the Toals County Antrim Shield final.
Linfield manager David Healy will be hoping his side can bounce back immediately from their 3-0 Boxing Day defeat to Glentoran when they travel to Coleraine today (3pm).
Glenavon head into the festive fixture list bolstered by double delight on the pitch and triple joy off it - thanks to back-to-back league wins and a January hat-trick of signings.
Ballymena United secured victory following a thrilling second half at The Showgrounds as Andy McGrory's penalty kick proved decisive over Dungannon Swifts.
Andy McGrory and Kris Lindsay will share the Showgrounds stage this weekend on opposite sides of the white line but having each made the journey in search of fresh career chapters.
Ballymena United boss David Jeffrey is relishing the visit of defending Danske Bank Premiership champions Linfield - despite his side’s current struggle for form.
Ballymena United boss David Jeffrey considers the club in “a challenging period” in the aftermath of a midweek League Cup exit which proved painful on a number of fronts.
Ballymena United boss David Jeffrey was in a rush to leave Windsor Park following Saturday’s final whistle but it had little to do with the 2-1 loss to Linfield.
Ryan Harpur’s role in the Ballymena United side may focus more on protection over progress but the experienced midfielder is hoping his weekend goal can spark a period of sustained forward momentum.
