Second-half strikes give Ballymena win over Ports
Second-half strikes from Finley Thorndike and Igor Rutkowski give Ballymena a 2-0 win over Portadown.
Irish Premiership side Ballymena United secured their second league win of the season and first since the opening day with a 2-0 home victory over Portadown. Finley Thorndike scored the opening goal just after the hour mark with his first of the season, followed by Igor Rutkowski doubling the lead eight minutes from the end. Portadown had several chances, particularly in the first half, but were thwarted by goalkeeper David Walsh.
Former Ballymena United manager David Jeffrey, who is still searching for his first win as manager, felt his team had chances to extend their lead but ultimately left the ground disappointed.
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