Fc Glentoran Belfast

## Glentoran FC Make History By Signing First-Ever Women's Team ### Club Continues To Break Barriers In Northern Irish Football **Belfast, Northern Ireland** - Glentoran FC has once again made history by becoming the first club in Northern Ireland to establish a women's team. The move symbolizes a significant step forward for the club and for women's football in the region. Glentoran is one of the most successful clubs in Northern Irish football, having won the league title on 23 occasions and the Irish Cup 21 times. The club has also represented Northern Ireland in European competition on numerous occasions. The establishment of a women's team is a testament to the club's commitment to equality and inclusion. It also represents a major opportunity for women's football in Northern Ireland. "We are delighted to announce the formation of our first-ever women's team," said Glentoran FC Chairman Stephen Henderson. "This is a landmark moment for our club and for women's football in Northern Ireland." "We believe that this team has the potential to be very successful," added Henderson. "We have assembled a talented squad of players and we are confident that they can compete at the highest level." The Glentoran FC women's team will play in the Northern Ireland Women's Premiership, the top division of women's football in the country. The team will be managed by former Northern Ireland international Billy Clarke. Clarke is a highly respected coach who has a wealth of experience in women's football. He has previously managed the Northern Ireland women's under-19 team and has also worked as an assistant coach with the senior team. The Glentoran FC women's team will play their home matches at The Oval, the club's historic stadium. The team will also have access to the club's state-of-the-art training facilities. The establishment of a women's team is the latest in a series of initiatives by Glentoran FC to promote equality and inclusion. The club has also established a number of community outreach programs and has worked to make The Oval a more welcoming environment for all. Glentoran FC's commitment to equality and inclusion is a model for other clubs in Northern Ireland and beyond. The club's establishment of a women's team is a landmark moment for women's football in the region and sends a clear message that the club is committed to providing opportunities for all.