Ballyclare Comrades
Fixtures
| Northern Ireland County Antrim Shield | 09/02 18:45 | - |
Ballyclare Comrades vs
Ballymena Utd
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Results
| UK Friendlies | 08/02 09:45 | - |
Ballyclare Comrades v
Cliftonville
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L | 0-3 | |
| UK Friendlies | 07/22 18:45 | - |
Ballyclare Comrades v
Ballymena Utd
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D | 1-1 | |
| UK Friendlies | 07/19 12:00 | - |
Ballyclare Comrades v
Crusaders
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| UK Friendlies | 07/05 13:00 | - |
Crumlin United
v
Ballyclare Comrades
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W | 1-8 | |
| Northern Ireland Play-Offs | 05/09 18:45 | 1 |
Ballyclare Comrades v
Queens University Belfast
|
W | 2-0 | |
| Northern Ireland Play-Offs | 05/06 18:15 | 1 |
Queens University
v
Ballyclare Comrades
|
L | 3-0 | |
| Northern Ireland Championship | 04/26 14:00 | 38 |
[10] Ballyclare Comrades v
Newington FC
[11] 
|
L | 2-4 | |
| Northern Ireland Championship | 04/19 14:00 | 37 |
[10] Ballyclare Comrades v
Ballinamallard Utd
[9] 
|
D | 2-2 | |
| Northern Ireland Championship | 04/12 14:00 | 36 |
Institute
v
Ballyclare Comrades
|
L | 2-1 | |
| Northern Ireland Championship | 04/05 14:00 | 35 |
Newry City
v
Ballyclare Comrades
|
D | 2-2 | |
| Northern Ireland Championship | 04/01 18:45 | 34 |
Armagh City
v
Ballyclare Comrades
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W | 1-3 | |
| Northern Ireland Championship | 03/22 15:00 | 33 |
[6] Ards
v
Ballyclare Comrades [9]
|
L | 3-1 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Wins | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Draws | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Losses | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Goals for | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Goals against | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Clean sheets | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Failed to score | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Wikipedia - Ballyclare Comrades F.C.
Ballyclare Comrades Football Club is an intermediate, Northern Irish football club playing in the NIFL Premier Intermediate League. The club hails from Ballyclare, County Antrim and plays its home matches at Dixon Park. Club colours are red and white. The club's rivals are Carrick Rangers and Larne and games between the three clubs are referred to as "The East Antrim Derbies".
History
The club was founded in 1919 by veterans of the First World War, most of them from "C" Company of the 12th Royal Irish Rifles – a battalion made up entirely of East Antrim men, who fought at the Battle of the Somme and in many other First World War battles. From 1990 until 2003, the club enjoyed senior status, but reverted to intermediate status when the Irish Premier League was established and the number of senior clubs was reduced.
The club's reserve team play in the NIFL Development League for under-20s. The club also has a partnership with local youth club Ballyclare Colts, whose sides (from under 11 to under 15) provide players to progress to Comrades' own youth sides at under-17 and under-18 level. The under-18 side plays in the IFA Youth League.
The club was relegated to IFA Championship 2 in the 2010–11 season and finished in 6th place in the 2011–12 season, but the following season brought promotion back to Championship 1 after finishing as runners-up behind Championship 2 winners Knockbreda. One of the club's most famous products was Northern Ireland and San Diego defender Paddy McNair, who attends games when possible. Gareth McAuley and Michael Smith both played for the Comrades before switching to professional football.
The club finished an impressive third in the 2016–17 season, losing out in a promotion playoff to Institute. The club continues with the ambition of returning to the NIFL Premiership.
The team's colors are traditionally red and white, which they proudly display during home matches at their ground, Dixon Park. The club has a strong community focus, fostering local talent and engaging with fans through various outreach programs. Ballyclare Comrades have a reputation for their commitment to developing young players, making them a vital part of the local football landscape.
With a blend of experienced players and emerging talent, the Comrades strive for success in every season, aiming to climb the ranks and make their mark in Northern Irish football. The team's dedication to hard work, teamwork, and sportsmanship embodies the spirit of the game, making them a beloved institution in Ballyclare and beyond.