The 2020 Electric Ireland Women’s Challenge Cup has been cancelled.
The Irish FA said the decision was reached following agreement of participating clubs.
The quarter-finals and semi-finals, plus some residual Round 3 matches, were postponed in December and rescheduled for January.
Ongoing Covid-19 restrictions have further delayed the start of the competition, with organisers now "reluctantly" cancelling the 2020 edition of the competition.
Committee chair Elaine Junk said: “We didn’t take this decision lightly. We recognise the need to look beyond the current restrictions and focus on working with the leagues and clubs to provide a fixture schedule for the 2021 season which will further develop the women’s game in Northern Ireland.
“Clubs still in the 2020 competition unanimously accepted its cancellation and the Women’s Challenge Cup Committee issued a thank-you to them for their feedback, understanding and support.
“The committee also acknowledges the unwavering support of Electric Ireland who continue to be a fantastic partner for the association and for women’s football in Northern Ireland.”
