Linfield win title after Glentoran draw with Larne
Briefly

Linfield has claimed the Premiership title after Glentoran's 2-2 draw with Larne, giving Linfield a 19-point lead in the standings. The victory celebrates Linfield's record-extending 57th Gibson Cup win and their first since 2022. In the drawn match, Glentoran initially led 2-0 with two goals from Joe Thomson but allowed Larne to equalize through O'Neill and a penalty from Ryan. Additionally, Coleraine and Cliftonville drew 2-2, stressing the competitive nature of the league as teams vie for playoff positions.
Linfield clinched the Premiership title after Glentoran's draw ensured an insurmountable lead with six matches remaining, marking a record 57th Gibson Cup victory.
Glentoran squandered a 2-0 lead against Larne, with Joe Thomson scoring twice but allowing the opposition to draw level through O'Neill and Ryan's penalty.
In another match, Coleraine and Cliftonville ended in a dramatic 2-2 tie, highlighting the fierce competition within the league as playoff scenarios loom.
Linfield's triumph reinforces their dominance in the league, securing their first title since 2022, despite a challenging season with fierce rivals.
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