Preview: Lisburn Distillery vs. Warrenpoint Town Res. in Irish Cup Clash

LISBURN, Northern Ireland (Interstat) — A resurgent Lisburn Distillery will look to capitalize on home advantage when it hosts a struggling Warrenpoint Town Reserves side in the Irish Cup on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026.

The sixth-round matchup at New Grosvenor Stadium pits a Distillery side in strong scoring form against a Warrenpoint Town Res. team reeling from a heavy defeat in its last outing.

Lisburn Distillery enters the cup tie with momentum, having won its last four matches across all competitions. Its most recent result was a 4-2 victory over Finaghy FC on Nov. 22. The Whites have been potent in attack, scoring four goals in three of those four wins. Their last known match was over six weeks ago, however, leaving questions about match sharpness.

Warrenpoint Town Res., conversely, is looking to rebound from a 3-0 home loss to Harland & Wolff Welders FC on Dec. 30. That result halted a modest three-match unbeaten run (two wins, one draw) in league play. Their form has been inconsistent, with a 4-0 road win at Ballinamallard United on Dec. 13 showcasing their potential, but a failure to score in their last two matches highlights recent offensive struggles.

Statistical models heavily favor the home side. Interstat’s game simulator projects a 3-1 victory for Lisburn Distillery. The organization’s ELO rating system gives Distillery a 70.30% probability of advancing to the next round.

The Irish Cup represents a distinct challenge from both teams’ league campaigns. Warrenpoint Town Res. will return to NIR Championship action next week against Armagh City FC, followed by a series of league fixtures through March.

For Lisburn Distillery, a club with a storied history in Northern Irish football, the cup offers a chance for silverware and a memorable run. For Warrenpoint’s reserves, it is an opportunity to upset a confident opponent and regain form.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. local time Saturday at New Grosvenor Stadium. The winner will advance to the quarterfinal round of Northern Ireland’s premier knockout competition.