Carrick Rangers and Crusaders played to a 1-1 draw at Taylors Avenue in the Irish Premiership, as the hosts recorded their fourth draw in five league outings, according to reports.
Harry Jewitt-White opened the scoring for the visitors in the first half with a close-range finish following a scramble in the penalty area.
The goal came after a blocked effort from Kurtis Forsythe fell kindly for the midfielder.
Carrick Rangers responded after the break when Danny Gibson headed home his eighth league goal of the season from a Jordan Forsythe delivery.
The result leaves Carrick Rangers a point ahead of the Crusaders in the league standings.
The Crusaders missed an opportunity to climb into the top six as the match ended in a stalemate.
Carrick Rangers manager Stephen Baxter expressed frustration with the final result despite his team’s second-half performance.
He added that his side had been dominant after the interval, noting, “We absolutely battered them in the second half and were well on top.”
Crusaders manager Declan Caddell viewed the contest as a game of two distinct halves.
“I think it was a game of two halves,” Caddell said.
He acknowledged the pressure his team faced in the latter portion of the match, stating, “In the second half, they put us under immense pressure, so credit to them, but also credit to our lads.”
The Crusaders manager also highlighted the importance of securing points at a difficult venue.
“This is a difficult venue to come to, and every point in this league is precious,” Caddell remarked.
Both teams had opportunities to change the scoreline, including a late effort from the Crusaders that struck the crossbar.
The draw keeps both sides focused on their upcoming league fixtures.