Clever inter-play on the left between James Teelan and Eamon Fyfe gives the Portadown striker the opportunity to fizz a low cross along the face of goal but Crusaders left-back Cameron Bruce is alert to the danger to hook the ball clear ahead of the in-rushing Gideon Tetteh.

Howls of frustration from home fans as Paul Doyle's free-kick, in a promising position, sails harmlessly through to the Bangor goalkeeper.

Just over half an hour played.

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A slick move from the home side sees Kealan Dillon and Andrew Mitchell combine to set up a chance for James Knowles but his effort from the edge of the penalty area is comfortably saved by Gareth Deane.

Crusaders have forced a series of corners but manager Declan Caddell will be disappointed they haven't looked more threatening from them.

They have also had half-hearted appeals for a penalty turned away after a collision between Adam Towe and Josh Williamson but referee Jamie Robinson sees nothing untoward.

The first yellow card of the afternoon goes to Portadown's Rabby Minzamba for a foul on Robbie Weir.

Two good opportunities for Dungannon Swifts inside a minute.

First, Stephen McGuiness does brilliantly to head off his goal line following a James Knowles free-kick while Swifts midfielder Tiernan Kelly heads the wrong side of the the post when it looked easier to score.

Still, signs of encouragement for Rodney McAree's side.

Josh Ukek is unable to shake off that injury and is replaced by Gideon Tetteh.

The Glens look the sharper of the two sides so far as we pass the midway point of the first half.

That being said, there has only been 15 minutes of football played due to James Akintunde's lengthy injury.

An injury break for Josh Ukek to receive treatment gives players from both sides - and referee Jamie Robinson - a welcome drinks break on an uncharacteristic warm afternoon.

Kealan Dillon's speculative shot from 25 yards flies harmlessly over Gareth Deane's crossbar.

Kind of sums up the opening quarter for the hosts.

Crusaders force three corners in as many minutes, the last of which is punched clear by Portadown keeper Alex Moore.

Iestyn Hughes hits the roof of the net to give Bangor an early lead at Stangmore Park.

Not much sign of a response to going behind from the home side who are struggling to break down a well organised Bangor defence, who have five men across the back when the Swifts have the ball.

Aaron McEneff tries his luck from the edge of the box but sees his right-footed effort fly wide of the far post.

The Glens are looking dangerous early on.

Aaron Traynor curls a free kick into a dangerous area for Portadown but Jonny Tuffey catches the ball impeccably at full stretch.

Exactly what Crusaders wanted from their experienced keeper to relieve the pressure.

Postpublished at 15:14 GMT 21 March

15:14 GMT 21 March

Glentoran 0-0 Coleraine

MJ Kamson Kamara and Pat Hoban clash heads as they both go for the same ball following a Ross Clarke corner kick.

The recent dry weather has resulted in a lively, bobbly playing surface at Shamrock Park.

Already there have been several instances of players kicking up dust as they try to adjust their footing.

James Akintunde leaves the pitch on a stretcher and heads straight for the ambulance.

Jamie McGonigle replaces Akintunde after a near 10 minute delay.

The first effort on goal comes from Portadown as Aaron Traynor hoists in a deep cross from the left when Lewis MacKinnon heads goalwards.

However, the central defender, fresh from signing a new contract, has to try to put pace on the effort and it trundles through harmlessly to Jonny Tuffey.