Dungannon Swifts finish sixth before Irish Cup heartbreak
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It was always going to be a challenge for Rodney McAree's side to replicate last season's triumph, when they lifted the Irish Cup for the first time.
However, they nearly defended their trophy this season but lost 3-2 in a thrilling final against Coleraine.
The Swifts bounced straight back and defeated Carrick Rangers and Cliftonville to advance to the European play-off final.
However, they fell at the final hurdle and were comfortable beaten by Linfield at Windsor Park.
Next season, McAree will be hoping the side can not only regain the Irish Cup and secure European football, but improve on their goal difference.
Only Crusaders conceded more times this campaign with their goal difference 31 worse than the rest of the top six.
