The biggest chance of the game so far falls to Swifts new boy Ryan Mayse, who hits the post with his header after being picked out expertly by McMenamin. A glorious opportunity to clinch a debut goal for the midfielder but, with the way this game is shaping up, he may get one or two more.

A bright start from the visitors and they have threatened twice - Curtis Allen's snapshot whistles wide before John McGuigan beats the keeper but hits the side-netting.

Cliftonville are shell-shocked. Although the Ards defence may have feared a Gormley-inspired onslaught in response to Frazer's opener, it's actually been anything but.

Ards continue to go about their business impressively and almost double the advantage! Liggett's excellent work on the right-wing produced a low cross for the onrushing Keke, who crashed his effort off the woodwork.

That was a let-off for the Reds, who really need to kick themselves into gear.

The champions have seized control at Windsor Park and Niall Quinn sees his shot saved by Rangers keeper Harry Doherty before Jordan Stewart rifles just over. Could be a long afternoon for Carrick!

Entertaining start to the game at Stangmore as both sides have strung together meaningful attacks. O'Rourke has just prevented the Bannsiders from going ahead after his excellent, last-ditch intervention to deny Carson.

Before that, Douglas Wilson's effort from range tested Johns in the Coleraine goal but he was up to the task.

We're wary of jinxing it, but it definitely looks like we'll be getting goals in this game.

Mallards boss Gavin Dykes gives a debut to experienced midfielder Richard Clarke after his move from Crusaders. John McGuigan returned to Glentoran in the summer and he starts at Ferney Park.

Summer signings Andrew Mitchell, Jordan Stewart and Robert Garrett start for the Premiership champions at Windsor Park. Davy McAlinden took over as Rangers boss from Aaron Callaghan and has plenty of experience in his team for a tough task against the Blues.

The starting line-ups have been revealed for the clash at Solitude. The home fans have eagerly anticipated the competitive return of Joe Gormley, who indeed spearheads the Reds attack in Barry Gray's first game in charge.

ARDS: Hogg, Hall, Taylor, Byers, Hanley, Frazer, Cherry, Davidson, McAllister, Liggett, Keke.

The teams are out at Stangmore Park, where the home fans hope the Mitchell-shaped hole in their attack can be filled with a minimum of fuss.

Dungannon have not tweeted their team, so we're doing it the old fashioned way. Coleman, Brennan, Wilson, Armstrong, McMahon, Mayse, McElroy, O'Rourke, Clucas, McMenamin, Burke.

Crusaders, who just fell short in their bid to win three titles in a row last April, look like they mean business this season.

The 2016/17 runners-up kicked off the campaign with a 4-1 win away to Ballymena United.

Matthew Shevlin put United ahead with Paul Heatley equalising before Ballymena's Kyle Owens was sent off.

Goals by Heatley, Colin Coates and Jordan Forsythe sealed the three points for Stephen Baxter's men

There's always something special about the first Saturday of a new season.

A summer spent dreaming of an opening day victory, laying the foundation for a successful campaign. By about 16:50 BST your mood will be one of delight or despair, for there's little in between when it comes to emotions in football.

Crusaders set the ball rolling last night with a 4-1 win over Ballymena United. Stephen Baxter's side were pipped to the title last year by Linfield, and the champions start their defence of the Gibson Cup against Carrick Rangers at Windsor Park.

Cliftonville have striker Joe Gormley back in their ranks and they host Ards while Glentoran visit Ballinamallard United. Coleraine travel to take on Dungannon Swifts and Warrenpoint Town begin their return to the top flight at home against Glenavon in a 17:30 kick-off.

We're ready to go at our Belfast HQ so stay with us for all the matchday build-up, action and reaction.