Paul Millar's Glentoran are four points clear at the top

"All our matches coming up are against title rivals - Cliftonville, Linfield and Portadown," said Millar after seeing his side win 3-1 at Crusaders.

"It is a big month for us but that it what we have to do."

The win at Seaview means Glentoran are unbeaten in all 22 of their league games since Millar took over.

Glens skipper Paul Leeman described the victory as a massive three points.

"We knew it was going to be tough at Seaview. Both teams had chances and thankfully we took three of them," said Leeman.

"It is nice to be four points clear. It is a big month for us and we have Cliftonville next week.

"If we can keep winning December could turn out to be an important time.

"Winning the CIS Cup was a big lift. It has given us more confidence."