Institute clinch play-off spot despite defeat at Ballyclare Comrades

Institute secured a play-off place despite a 1-0 defeat in their IFA Championship One clash at Ballyclare Comrades this afternoon.

The Derry side went into the game three points clear of Larne, their only rivals for the coveted spot and a superior goal difference.

Johnston got what proved to be the winning goal in the 36th minute.

Larne defeated Lisburn Distillery 6-1 to just miss out on goal difference.

Institute will now play Ballinamallard United, who finished second from bottom in the Premership, over two play-off games.

Meanwhile, Institute travel to Windsor Park on Monday night to take on Ards in the Intermediate Cup Final.