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Gareth Fullerton

Newry City score goal of the season contender on opening day

It might only be the first weekend of the new Irish Premiership, but we think you will do well to find a better goal this season.

Newry City signalled their return to the top flight with a majestic strike from Thomas Lockhart.

In a goal worthy of the entrance fee alone, Lockhart dispatched a sublime volley from all of 40 yards which looped over the head of Carrick Rangers goalkeeper Ross Glendinning.

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It gave Newry a 1-0 lead at Taylors Avenue and the perfect start to manager Darren Mullen's Premiership assault.

Irish League fans were quick to voice their praise on social media.

Chris tweeted: "That'll be deadly to beat, what a hit!"

Adam added: "Best goal I’ve ever seen live."

As you can imagine the rocket emoji was used quite frequently, while Sam said: "Jaysus! what a hit that is."

The goal was even shared on the main BBC Match of the Day Twitter account.

Take a bow, son...

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