Gavin Melaugh gave Glentoran an extra-time victory at the Oval

A poor match came to life on 76 minutes when Glens skipper Colin Nixon met Melaugh's free-kick and headed in.

Andrew Waterworth scored a deserved equaliser 10 minutes later with a crisp volley from Gary Wray's knock-down.

Midfielder Melaugh slotted home from eight yards to win the game four minutes into stoppage-time.

Ards created the first chance of the match with keeper Elliott Morris easily saving Ryan Tumelty's effort.

Glens striker Chris Morgan had three first-half openings but he was denied twice by keeper Ian Lester with his other shot going over.

Ards striker Jason Hill should have put the visitors ahead after the break but shot straight at Morris when clear on goal.