Larne is on the verge of winning its third Irish Premiership title in four years, with manager Gary Haveron confident his team will be fully prepared for the title decider against Dungannon Swifts. The team heads into the game as masters of their own destiny, needing just to avoid defeat by the Irish Cup finalists to regain the Gibson Cup. Gary Haveron told BBC Sport NI that everyone sets out with the same idea to win the Gibson Cup, but to be so close and have one hand on it is massive. Larne's ascent in recent times has galvanised not just the support, but the whole town, with Haveron noting the impact on the wider community is fantastic with the pride everyone has in the football club. The Irish Premiership title decider will take place on Saturday, 25 April at 17:30 BST. Larne's players will approach this game like any other, according to Haveron, who has been part of the Larne fabric since initially linking up with the club as academy director in 2019. The team has undergone significant changes this season, with Redball Global FC purchasing Kenny Bruce's 50% stake in the club. Haveron has praised the new owners, saying they have given the team the opportunity to build on what they've done before. The belief gained in recent years has served to fuel the desire for more success, according to Haveron. Larne's title win would be a significant achievement, especially considering the team's budget was cut to make it more sustainable. The players are ready for the challenge, and Haveron is confident they will get the result they need. The team's fans are eagerly anticipating the game, and a win would bring immense pride to the town. The title decider is a huge game for Larne, and Haveron is determined to make it a successful one. With the destination of the title in their own hands, Larne's players are focused on getting the job done. The team has come a long way since Haveron took over as manager, and a title win would be a significant milestone. The stage is set for a thrilling finale to the Irish Premiership season, and Larne is ready to make its mark.
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Larne Targets Third Irish Premiership Crown
Larne is close to securing its third Irish Premiership title, with Gary Haveron's side needing to avoid defeat against Dungannon Swifts to regain the Gibson Cup
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