Crues retain Premiership status with shootout win over Annagh
Crusaders secured their place in the Irish Premiership for next season by winning a penalty shootout against Annagh United after the two-leg play-off ended 4-4. Musa Dibaga was the decisive figure, saving two penalties to ensure the Crues' survival. The victory came after a tense match that included multiple penalties and dramatic late goals.
- ▪Crusaders retained their Irish Premiership status by defeating Annagh United in a penalty shootout.
- ▪The aggregate score was 4-4 after 210 minutes of football, leading to a shootout to decide the outcome.
- ▪Musa Dibaga saved two penalties, playing a crucial role in Crusaders' 3-1 shootout victory.
- ▪Annagh United took an early lead through a Donnelly penalty and later extended it to 2-0 before Crusaders fought back.
- ▪Stewart Nixon scored a key goal for Crusaders in the 71st minute to help force extra time.
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