Crusaders FC Kicks Off New Season Against Cliftonville

Crusaders FC begins the new Irish Premiership season with a highly anticipated north Belfast derby match against Cliftonville on Friday, 7 August. The match is scheduled to take place at 19:45 BST.

What's Next for Crusaders FC?

The team will face various challenges throughout the season, including matches against newly promoted Limavady United and reigning champions Larne.

Crusaders FC currently stands at 11th in the Northern Ireland Premiership, with 26 points from 33 games, and a recent form of DWWWW. Their last result was a 1-2 loss to Annagh United on 2026-05-01.

Key Fixtures for Crusaders FC

Season Outlook

With a tough schedule ahead, Crusaders FC will need to perform well to move up the rankings. The team's fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the new season and are hoping for a strong performance from their team.

As of 25 Jun 2026, Crusaders FC is preparing for the upcoming season, with the first match just around the corner. The team's current standing and recent form are: | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 11th | | Points | 26 | | Games Played | 33 | | Recent Form | DWWWW | | Last Result | 1-2 loss to Annagh United on 2026-05-01