Rathfriland Football Club

Rathfriland Football Club

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Official page for Rathfriland Football Club. The club was established in 1962 at Iveagh Park.

Our senior team plays in the NIFL Premier Intermediate League having secured an historic promotion from the NAFL in 2023.

11/06/2026

Welcome Reece!

Rathfriland Football Club are delighted to announce Reece Doyle as the first of Ally Wilson’s summer signings ahead of the 26/27 season!

Rathfriland FC supporters will have seen talented forward player Reece up close in previous seasons during his time at Banbridge Town and Warrenpoint Town where Reece also gained NIFL Championship experience. He joins after a short spell at Drumaness Mills FC last season bringing energy, hunger and further attacking threat with his pacy, direct style!

Reece said “I’m delighted to have signed and buzzing to get started with the lads. It’s a club that’s always been close to me as I used to come here from no age and watch my dad play here, so it’s a proud moment to be involved myself.

I’m looking forward to the challenge this season and hopefully making plenty of good memories”.

Looking forward to seeing you on the pitch Reece. Welcome to Iveagh Park! ⚫️⚪️

Photos from Rathfriland FC Ladies's post 10/06/2026

Brilliant tournament thanks to Rebekah, well done to all those involved🤍🖤

10/06/2026

This weeks’s lotto draw has taken place.

Congratulations to our two £25 winners 👏💷

⚽️ Amy Bronte
⚽️ Lorraine McMullan

Thank you to everyone who continues to support the club through the lotto ⚫️⚪️

👀 The jackpot remains at £15,000 for next week’s draw…

If your not in......😉

👉 https://hub.klubfunder.com/RathfrilandFC/lotto

10/06/2026

Pre- season schedule released!

With pre- season training commencing soon ahead of our debut NIFL Championship season, it won’t be long until football action is back at Iveagh Park!

09/06/2026

⚫⚪ AGM ⚪⚫

📅 16th June 2026
⏰ 7.00pm
📍 Iveagh Park


09/06/2026

NIFL Championship Season Tickets available!

After securing a historic promotion to the NIFL Championship in May, work is well underway strengthening the playing squad and preparations off the pitch, as we build towards our Championship debut when the league season sparks into action on the 8th August opening weekend!

With at least 18 home league games (5 more than 25/26), this promises to be our biggest league season ever and season tickets are now available allowing you to get ahead of the game and look forward to roaring on the Whites in a historic season at a discounted rate!

Ally Wilson and his squad always appreciate the loyal support from the stands and need that more than ever this season! So let’s meet this new exciting challenge together as anticipation grows ahead of the official release of league fixtures on w/c 22nd June and the big kick off in August!

Get in touch with Gary Wilson on 07842 557312 to secure your tickets!


08/06/2026

⚫⚪ HAVE YOUR SAY – HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF RATHFRILAND FOOTBALL CLUB ⚪⚫

Rathfriland Football Club is planning for the future, and we want to hear from you.

As part of our exciting development plans, we are seeking the views of players, parents, members, supporters, volunteers, sponsors and the wider community to help shape the next chapter of our club.

We are exploring opportunities to improve and modernise our facilities, enhance the experience for all users, and ensure RFC continues to be a welcoming, sustainable and successful club for years to come.

Your feedback is vital. By completing our short survey, you can help influence future investment and development priorities across the club.

Whether you're involved every week, have been part of RFC in the past, or simply want to support the future of football and community activity in Rathfriland, we want to hear your views.

📝 Complete the survey here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/KtdaU0n0F0

Every response matters and will help us build a stronger future for Rathfriland Football Club and the wider community.

Thank you for taking the time to have your say.

Photos from Rathfriland Football Club's post 08/06/2026

⚫⚪ MIXED SEVEN A SIDE TOURNAMENT IN AID OF CANCER RESEARCH A ROARING SUCCESS ⚪⚫

Saturday evening at Iveagh Park saw Rathfriland FC Ladies host a brilliant cross community mixed seven a side tournament an idea brought to life by Ladies player Rebekah Johnston, whose vision turned into a fantastic success for both the club and Cancer Research.
Twelve teams from local businesses and clubs battled it out in great spirit.
The raffle added to the occasion and we extend a huge thank you to everyone who kindly sponsored prizes.
The atmosphere was superb, with people from all parts of the community coming together for fun, football, and fundraising.
A huge well done to Rebekah and the Rathfriland FC Ladies for organising such an enjoyable and meaningful event.




06/06/2026

Teams all ready for the Tournament⚽️☔️

04/06/2026

⚫⚪CLUB DEVELOPMENT⚪⚫

Last night we hosted a Community Engagement Event with Third Sector Connect to share our plans for the future of Iveagh Park.

Rathfriland Football Club has developed a long-term Masterplan to transform Iveagh Park into a modern football and community facility capable of serving the club for generations to come.

The proposals aim to:

👉Improve facilities for players, supporters and volunteers
👉Create new income streams for the club
👉Support youth and women's football
👉Increase community use of the grounds
👉Improve the matchday experience
👉Help secure future funding opportunities

This is more than a football project - it is an investment in the future of our club and our community.

WHAT IS PROPOSED?
The Masterplan includes:
✅ New Clubhouse & Community Hub
✅ Modern changing rooms
✅ Committee and meeting rooms
✅ Community function space
✅ First-floor community hub
✅ 192-seat covered spectator stand
✅ Community Gym
✅ New 103m x 64m FIFA-standard 3G/Hybrid pitch
✅ New dugouts
✅ New floodlighting
✅ New control room
✅ New Spectator Facilities
✅ New 113-seat away stand
✅ Dedicated away supporter entrance
✅ Improved matchday safety and circulation




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