Olphert’s men clinch Premier Division title

Roe Rovers Reserves' Alan Nicholl and Claudy United's James Canning in action on Saturday. INLV1514-260KDR

They travelled to Newbuildings last Thursday night and earned a hard fought 1-0 win against a home side who had a number of first team players in their line up.

Then on Saturday their nearest pursuers Lincoln Courts also travelled to Newbuildings and lost 4-1.

There are two games tomorrow (Thursday) night and a further three on the Saturday with relegation still to be sorted out.

Thursday

BBOB v Dungiven Reserves

The newly crowned champions will want to continue their winning ways as they still have important cup games coming up as they head for more silverware.

Dungiven have put in some good performances in some games this season but they are inconsistent, they may also not be at full strength.

Prediction: BBOB.

Caw v Drummond

This game is of vital importance for both sides as they are very much involved in the relegation battle. Caw have just one game left after this one and they need to win both of them to have any chance of remaining in the top flight.

Chris Moore’s side are also fighting for their lives but they still have a number of games to play, both side have to go for the win which should make the game interesting.

Prediction: Caw.

Saturday

Ardmore v Tullyally

Ardmore’s manager Damien McGee wants his side to go all out and claim the runners up spot, they also have the City Cup semi-final against BB coming up so his players still have a lot to play for.

Although Tullyally are merely fulfilling fixtures this is a local derby where bragging rights are up for grabs, this could end all square.

Prediction: Score Draw.

Drummond v Newbuildings United Res

This is a game that the home side will have earmarked as a likely three points, they have had a couple of decent performances when playing at home and if at full strength this is winnable.

The visitors although they have had two good performances in their last two games they may not have the same players available for this one.

Prediction: Drummond.

Lincoln Courts v BBOB

Up until last Saturday’s defeat the Courts were hoping that a win over the Old Boys would have given them a chance of the title however Newbuildings ended that dream, however they will still be up for it.

The Old boys will want to continue their winning run and like their opponents they have a city cup semi final coming up, there should be goals here.

Prediction: Score Draw.