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NIFL announce SmartPayNI as official payments partner

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NI Football League

29th Jan 2026

The Northern Ireland Football League are delighted to announce SmartPayNI as our official payments partner.

As Northern Ireland’s most trusted payments provider, the locally-based company provides a range of payment solutions, from card terminals at the gate, in clubhouses and for on-site merchandise, to over-the-phone payments, online sales and unattended payments such as car parking and vending machines.

Regan McFarland, Partnerships and Sales Manager at the NI Football League said the partnership showcases the growth of both NIFL and SmartPayNI.

“We’re delighted to announce SmartPayNI as our official payments partner.

“This partnership marks another important link-up with a successful local company and is a hugely positive step forward for the league and, in particular, our member clubs and their fans.

“We look forward to working with SmartPayNI to enhance the league’s fan experience over the duration of the partnership.

“As a league, we are continually evolving and growing. This partnership is another example of that, with our member clubs and supporters at the forefront of that.”

Managing Director of SmartPayNI, John Glackin, added: “SmartPay NI’s partnership with the Northern Ireland Football League allows us to bring secure, cashless payment solutions to football across Northern Ireland, improving efficiency, transparency, and the overall experience for everyone involved in the game.

“We view this partnership as a long-term commitment, focused on creating shared success and measurable outcomes over time.

“This is not just a commercial agreement; it is a strategic relationship built for the future.”

You can find out more about SmartPayNI here.