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Portadown's Ronnie McFall has resigned as boss after 29 years in charge. The 69-year-old's departure comes after the team's Irish Cup quarter-final loss to Lurgan Celtic.
What happened?
McFall, European football's longest-serving manager, was appointed in December 1986 and won four league titles during his reign.
Why it matters for Portadown
The team is currently 9th in the Northern Ireland Premiership with 36 points from 33 games, and 37 points behind leaders Larne.
Current standing
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 9th in Premiership |
| Points | 36 |
| Goal difference | -21 |
| Recent form | WWLDD |
As of the last result on 2026-04-25, Portadown won 4-2 against Bangor. The team's recent form shows 4 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss in the last 5 games.
What comes next?
The board will meet shortly to discuss the way forward for the club, including the appointment of a new manager. Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger now takes the record for the longest-serving manager, having been with the Gunners since 1996.
Portadown's current situation is a challenging one, with the team looking to improve their standing in the league. With McFall's departure, the team will be looking for a new manager to lead them forward.
