Niall Currie Leaves Portadown as Manager with Immediate Effect

Niall Currie has left his position as manager of Portadown with immediate effect on April 16, 2026. The departure comes with only two matches remaining in the Irish Premiership season.

The 53-year-old manager’s exit follows a significant 4-0 defeat against Crusaders on April 12, 2026. Following that match, Currie described the team’s performance as abysmal.

Management History and Achievements

Currie’s tenure at Portadown was divided into two separate spells. His first period in charge of the club took place between 2016 and 2018. He returned for a second spell in October 2022.

During his second term, Currie faced the challenge of relegation in the 2022-23 season, which he was unable to prevent. However, he successfully led the club back to the top flight during the following campaign by winning the Championship title.

Under his leadership, the club also reached the BetMcLean Cup final in 2024, where they were ultimately defeated by Linfield.

In the club’s first campaign back in the Irish Premiership last season, Currie guided Portadown to an eighth-place finish. The team ended that season two points away from seventh place, which would have secured a spot in the European play-offs.

Current League Standing and Schedule

Portadown currently occupy 10th place in the standings with two fixtures remaining in the season. The club’s upcoming schedule includes:

• An away match against Ballymena United on April 18, 2026.
• An away match against Bangor on April 25, 2026.

Professional Background

Beyond his time with Portadown, Niall Currie has held managerial roles at several other clubs, including:

• Dundela
• Carrick Rangers
• Ards
• Loughgall
• Annagh United

Currie has expressed a personal connection to the club, stating I’m from the town, I grew up a fan of the club.