Portadown's appeal against the Irish FA's decision to reject their Premier League application is being heard on Monday evening. The club's future in the top flight hangs in the balance.

What happened?

Portadown claimed their documents were 14 minutes late due to a traffic accident. Club vice-chairman Bobby Jameson said the club's accountants had been aware of the deadline.

Why it matters for Portadown

If Portadown lose their appeal, they will miss out on the new league, which is supposed to be more attractive and professionally-run. The club has won the league championship four times since 1990, with the last being in 2002.

What comes next?

The composition of the new league is likely to be announced on Tuesday evening. Portadown are currently building a new stand, part of a 1.75m upgrade at Shamrock Park. The club's league standing is 9th in the Premiership, with 36 points from 33 games, and a recent form of WWLDD. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League standing | 9th | | Points | 36 | | Games | 33 | | Recent form | WWLDD | | Goals scored | 36 | | Goals conceded | 57 | | Goal difference | -21 | | Title race | 37 points behind leaders Larne | | Last result | Bangor 2-4 Portadown (2026-04-25) | | Recent form (last 5) | 4W-0D-1L (WWWWL, most recent first) | And the Premier League's longest-serving manager Ronnie McFall would also face the prospect of preparing his side for intermediate football next term. But the club is hopeful that their appeal will be successful. So the wait continues for Portadown fans, who are eager to know their team's fate. The club's future in the top flight is uncertain, but one thing is clear: the outcome of this appeal will have a significant impact on Portadown's future.