BELFAST, Northern Ireland (Interstat) — An undefeated Irish Cup record will be on the line for both sides when Ards Rangers host Rathfriland Rangers in a fifth-round matchup Saturday.

The two clubs, each with 2-0-0 marks in this season’s competition, will face off at Ards Rangers’ home ground. Across all competitions, the home side also holds a perfect 2-0-0 record.

Rathfriland Rangers (2-1-0 overall) enters the match with momentum from a staggering 9-0 victory over Banbridge Town on Sept. 20. That result showcased a potent attack, though the team’s form has been inconsistent, as evidenced by a 3-1 loss to Dergview in mid-August.

Ards Rangers last played on Sept. 13, securing a 4-3 win over Ballymoney United in a high-scoring affair. Their other cup fixture was a 2-0 victory over Bessbrook United FC.

According to the Interstat game simulator, this contest is projected to be a close one, with Rathfriland Rangers narrowly favored to win 3-2. The simulation suggests Rathfriland’s offensive firepower, as demonstrated in their nine-goal outburst, could be the difference against an Ards Rangers defense that conceded three goals in its last outing.

Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025.