Ballymena United is in a tight race to secure seventh place and a European play-off spot with only five games left in the season. Oran Kearney's team is currently nine points behind Carrick Rangers, making their task even more difficult. To have any chance of catching up, Ballymena United must win all their home games and hope Carrick Rangers slips up. The team has been performing well, with no losses in their last three league games and only three defeats against the other teams in the bottom six. Their upcoming fixtures include hosting Bangor on Saturday, 28 March, Glenavon on Tuesday, 7 April, and Portadown on Saturday, 18 April, as well as away games against Carrick Rangers on Saturday, 11 April, and Crusaders on Saturday, 25 April. With their current form, Ballymena United's fans are optimistic about the team's chances of making a late push for the play-offs. However, the road ahead will be tough, with strong opponents fighting for the same goal. Thus, Oran Kearney will rely on his team's home advantage to gather crucial points. Ballymena United has the skill and resolve to fight for seventh spot, but achieving this will demand a virtually flawless streak of results. The players are prepared for the challenge, and with their fans' support, they can reach their objective.