The Irish Cup quarter-finals are set after a weekend of thrilling matches. Cliftonville secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Glenavon, with Jonny Addis scoring a stoppage-time winner. Holders Dungannon Swifts also progressed, defeating Portadown 2-1 after a comeback. Coleraine overcame Carrick Rangers in extra time, and Larne continued their quest for a first title.

Coleraine's Matthew Shevlin was the star, netting a hat-trick in their extra-time win. Larne, currently leading the Premiership, comfortably defeated Warrenpoint Town 2-0, showcasing their strong form. These results set the stage for an exciting quarter-final round, with several teams aiming for a place in the final and the chance to lift the trophy.

Fact: The Irish Cup, also known as the Samuel Gelston's Irish Cup for sponsorship reasons, is the oldest football competition in Northern Ireland, first contested in 1881.

Other teams advancing include H&W Welders, who beat Ballymacash Rangers, and Loughgall, who saw off Institute. Limavady United caused an upset by defeating Linfield. With the quarter-final matchups now set, the competition intensifies as teams battle for a spot in the semi-finals, aiming to win the prestigious Irish Cup.