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Crusaders FC has secured the permanent signing of Thomas Maguire, a winger who played a crucial role in their Premiership survival.
What happened?
Maguire joined Crusaders FC on loan from Dungannon Swifts in January and scored the winner in their 3-2 promotion/relegation play-off first-leg victory over Annagh United.
The 26-year-old winger has previously played for Cliftonville, Warrenpoint Town, and Larne, and has also had a spell in America. He joined Dungannon Swifts in 2023 and made 75 Premiership appearances, including being an unused substitute in their historic Irish Cup win in 2025.
Why it matters for Crusaders FC
Maguire's signing is a significant boost to Crusaders FC's squad, as they look to improve on their current league standing of 11th in the Premiership, with 26 points from 33 games. Their recent form has been DWWWW, but they are still 47 points behind leaders Larne.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 11th in Premiership |
| Points | 26 |
| Games played | 33 |
| Recent form | DWWWW |
What comes next?
Crusaders FC manager Declan Caddell expressed his delight at securing Maguire's signature, saying he brought quality and energy to the team. Maguire himself stated that he felt at home at the club and was excited to be part of what they're building. With the summer transfer window in full swing, Crusaders FC has also signed Graham Kelly and Scottish striker Aaron Reid, as they look to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
As of their last result on 2026-05-01, Crusaders FC lost 1-2 to Annagh United, but with Maguire's signing, they will be looking to turn their fortunes around and make a push up the table.
