Annagh United secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Institute in the Championship, a result that stays in the automatic promotion race. The win, achieved on Saturday, 26 September, keeps them firmly in second place with 20 points from nine games.
Context and timing
This emphatic performance came in the ninth round of the regular season, further extending Annagh's impressive recent form. They are now unbeaten in their last five league outings, a sequence that includes four wins and one draw. You can review their complete recent results and upcoming schedule on our fixtures page.
The three points from this match are key as the season approaches its midpoint. Annagh United have scored 23 goals while conceding only 12, giving them a healthy goal difference of +11. This defensive solidity, combined with their attacking output, has been the foundation of their strong league standing.
Annagh United's next challenge is an away trip to face Warrenpoint Town on Saturday, 3 October. Warrenpoint currently sit seventh in the Championship table, setting up another important fixture in the promotion chase.
Manager Ciaran McGurgan praised Henry Cromack's work-rate and desire following the 5-0 win over Institute on September 26. The manager highlighted the forward's overall contribution beyond his composed 37th-minute finish. Annagh United, second in the Championship with 20 points from nine games, are unbeaten in their last five league outings. Substitute Rhys Walsh also scored a curling effort in the 80th minute to complete the scoring.
