Results
| UK Friendlies | 07/09 19:10 | - |
PSNI v
Ards
|
L | 0-7 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 03/19 19:45 | - |
PSNI v
Queens University
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 01/16 20:00 | - |
Limavady United
v
PSNI
|
L | 4-1 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 12/02 14:00 | - |
Banbridge Town
v
PSNI
|
L | 4-1 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 05/02 18:00 | - |
PSNI v
Lisburn Distillery
|
W | 3-1 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 04/11 14:00 | - |
PSNI v
Armagh City
|
D | 2-2 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 04/04 16:45 | - |
PSNI v
Banbridge Town
|
W | 3-2 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 01/02 14:00 | - |
Limavady United
v
PSNI
|
L | 3-1 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 10/25 18:45 | - |
Bangor FC
v
PSNI
|
L | 2-0 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 09/24 12:00 | - |
Dollingstown
v
PSNI
|
L | 6-0 | |
| Northern Ireland Premier Intermediate League | 04/26 18:00 | - |
PSNI v
Moyola Park
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Northern Ireland League Cup | 11/02 19:45 | 9 |
Linfield
v
PSNI
|
L | 11-0 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wins | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Losses | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Goals for | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Goals against | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Clean sheets | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Failed to score | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Wikipedia - PSNI F.C.
PSNI Football Club is an intermediate Northern Irish football club that plays in the Mid-Ulster Football League Intermediate A division. The club is associated with the Police Service of Northern Ireland, and its home ground is Newforge Lane in Belfast.
History
PSNI FC was founded in 1928 as RUC, derived from Royal Ulster Constabulary. Due to the connection with the police, prior to 2002, a number of teams with republican support would refuse to play matches against RUC. The club changed its name in 2002, following the police service's name change to the PSNI.
The club joined the Northern Amateur Football League in 1956 and became one of its leading clubs before being elevated to the Irish League B Division in 1975. The club stayed at this level until failing to gain a place in the reorganised and re-branded IFA Championship in 2008. They were relegated in 2020 on a points-per-game basis, due to the season being cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Northern Ireland.
In April 2023, the club finished bottom of the NIFL Premier Intermediate League and was due to drop into amateur league football for the first time since 1973. However the club retained their league status in a new, 14-team PIL, due to issues with finding an appropriate league, and the issues with Warrenpoint Town. The move encored a great deal of criticism due to the move lacking sporting integrity, effectively meaning the club could not be relegated.
The club would finish bottom of the NIFL Premier Intermediate League and be successfully relegated this time, dropping out of senior football for the first time since 1973. They were placed in the Mid-Ulster Football League Intermediate A division. Due to their relegation, a proposed £30,000 grant offer from the Northern Irish Sports ministry was withdrawn as the funding was only eligible for IFA senior league clubs.
Competing in various leagues and friendly matches, the PSNI team showcases a blend of skill, determination, and passion for soccer. Players come from diverse backgrounds within the police service, bringing their unique experiences and talents to the pitch. The team's colors and emblem reflect their commitment to serving and protecting the community while also highlighting their pride in representing the PSNI.
Beyond the competitive aspect, the PSNI soccer team plays a vital role in community outreach, participating in charity events and youth programs aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles and positive relationships between law enforcement and the public. Through their efforts, they strive to inspire the next generation of athletes and foster a sense of unity and respect within the community.
With a strong focus on both performance and community involvement, the PSNI soccer team is not just about winning matches; it's about building bridges, creating lasting connections, and making a positive impact both on and off the field.