The only way is up for Glentoran after Big Two derby demolition, warns James Singleton

Glentoran 4 Linfield 0

Glentoran’s Daire O’Connor celebrates cementing his side’s dominance over Linfield with a goal

Glentoran defender James Singleton believes the emphatic Big Two victory over Linfield puts them on the right track

Shay McCartan is swarmed by his team-mates after opening the scoring for Glentoran in their Big Two tussle with Linfield

Niall McGinn punches the air with delight after helping Glentoran pile the misery on Linfield in the Big Two clash

Glentoran players celebrate taking the Big Two bragging rights with a 4-0 victory over Linfield at The BetMcLean Oval

Skipper James Singleton believes Glentoran’s demolition of Big Two rivals Linfield at The BetMcLean Oval on Friday night was the sign of things to come from the east Belfast boys.

Warren Feeney’s troops not only overpowered their bitter rivals, but they outthought and outfought David Healy’s side, totally dominating an exhilarating 90 minutes.

Goals from Daire O’Connor, who bagged a delicious double, Shay McCartan and Man of the Match Niall McGinn had the home fans dancing long before the final whistle – it was one of the most one-sided derby confrontations witnessed for some time.

Singleton insists the performance must be the platform for better things up ahead for Glentoran.

Glentoran defender James Singleton believes the emphatic Big Two victory over Linfield puts them on the right track

“That was our best display of the season,” said the former Glenavon man. “To be honest, I think 4-0 flattered Linfield. I don’t think anyone could argue if it had been six or seven.

“We were relentless, I think they (Linfield) had one shot over the 90 minutes that Aaron (McCarey) had no trouble saving. For us to limit them to so little chances can only be