Crusaders are off and running on Saturday with the White Ribbon NI Charity Shield opener against Linfield at The National Stadium at Windsor Park (3pm)
This is the first time it has been played in five years and both sides will be out to put on a show. Crusaders have shown great form so far in pre season friendlies and Europe and they will be eager to keep that momentum going ahead of the season starting next week. We cannot predict the line up but certainly every player in the squad has played their part in the games so far and all are eager to get the nod. Brandon Doyle will not be considered after picking up an injury but the rest of the squad will be in contention.
Linfield played on Thursday night in the Europa League Qualifiers and may mix their squad up for this one but it will be strong no matter what. Home advantage will of course play a part but they know Crusaders will be a challenge and pick the team accordingly. Like Stephen Baxter David Healy will want to start the season off in a winning way so it has the making of a great game.
So all set and we want you there. Tickets are available at https://www.linfieldfc.com/buytickets.aspx?id=84 and are priced at £10 & £5. We would love too see you at the game and getting right behind the team from the start. Let's start as we mean to go on. Keep the Faith. C'mon the Crues.