The split fixture formula for the final five rounds of the Sports Direct Premiership season has now been locked in, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the campaign.

Following the completion of Matchday 33, the league will divide into two sections, with the top six sides competing in Section A across the final five fixtures.

With everything still to play for, the closing weeks of the season promise high drama as clubs battle for:

• The Gibson Cup

• Automatic European qualification

• Places in the BetMcLean European Play-Offs

• Automatic relegation survival

Supporters can look forward to a thrilling run-in across March and April as the league season reaches its climax.

How the Split Fixtures Work

The schedule for the final five matches has been determined using a set formula, ensuring a balanced and competitive conclusion. Venues for each fixture will be decided based on previous meetings between the clubs during the opening 33 matches of the season.

The finalised post-split fixtures will be confirmed on Saturday 21 March 2026, following the conclusion of Cliftonville v Ballymena United.

Premiership Section A Fixture Schedule (Positions 1–6)

Matchday 34 – Weekend 27 March
1 v 5
2 v 4
3 v 6

Matchday 35 – Tuesday 7 April
1 v 3
2 v 5
4 v 6

Matchday 36 – Weekend 10 April
1 v 4
2 v 6
3 v 5

Matchday 37 – Weekend 17 April
1 v 2
3 v 4
5 v 6

Matchday 38 – Saturday 25 April (Kick-off TBC)
1 v 6
2 v 3
4 v 5

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With the title race, European places, and final league standings all on the line, Linfield supporters can expect an intense and compelling end to the season.

With the teams in the top 6 now mathematically confirmed, Linfield will be home to Larne, Coleraine and Cliftonville and away to Dungannon Swifts and Glentoran. Dates and times to be confirmed.