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Friday 26 Jun 2026
Deadline approaching for national cup entries

Clubs wishing to compete in the Irish FA's national cup competitions for the 2026-27 season are reminded that entry deadlines are fast approaching.

The closing date for entries to both the Clearer Water Irish Cup and the McComb's Coach Travel Intermediate Cup is 30 June.

The Clearer Water Irish Cup is open to senior and eligible intermediate clubs across Northern Ireland, with first round ties scheduled to be played on 8 August.

The McComb's Coach Travel Intermediate Cup is open to intermediate clubs only, with first round fixtures due to take place on 10 October.

Clubs entering the fonaCAB Craig Stanfield Junior Cup have until 31 July to submit their entries. Opening round fixtures in the junior competition are scheduled for 5 and 12 September.

The closing date for entries to the Harry Cavan Youth Cup is also 31 July, with first round matches set to be played on 26 September.

Entry fees are £50 for the Clearer Water Irish Cup, £30 for the McComb's Coach Travel Intermediate Cup, £20 for the fonaCAB Craig Stanfield Junior Cup and £10 for the Harry Cavan Youth Cup. 

Entries for the Irish FA's men's national cup competitions can be submitted through the MyComet section of the Comet system. Clubs requiring assistance with the entry process should contact competitions@irishfa.com.