Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 7
Ballymena United vs Carrick Rangers Prediction & Betting Tips
Ballymena Showgrounds, Ballymena
Our prediction: Draw (45%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: No.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Ballymena UnitedDrawCarrick Rangers
Match Result
Carrick Rangers
45%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
52%
Both Teams Score
No
58%
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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Key Statistics
83Draws
9
2.3Avg Goals
45%BTTS
45%Over 2.5
11 Apr 2026Carrick Rangers2-3Ballymena United
14 Mar 2026Ballymena United2-1Carrick Rangers
20 Dec 2025Ballymena United1-1Carrick Rangers
4 Oct 2025Carrick Rangers1-2Ballymena United
12 Apr 2025Ballymena United1-1Carrick Rangers
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Ballymena United vs Carrick Rangers?
Our model predicts Carrick Rangers with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
How many goals will Ballymena United vs Carrick Rangers have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (52% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
Will both teams score in Ballymena United vs Carrick Rangers?
Both teams to score: No (58% confidence).
Is the double chance X2 a good bet for Ballymena United vs Carrick Rangers?
Our double chance pick is X2 with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
When and where is Ballymena United vs Carrick Rangers played?
Ballymena United vs Carrick Rangers takes place on 15 Sept 2026 at Ballymena Showgrounds.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Coleraine FC | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | +7 | 10 | |
| 2 | Carrick Rangers | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 3 | +4 | 9 | |
| 3 |  Dungannon Swifts | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | +3 | 9 | |
| 4 |  Crusaders FC | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 6 | +2 | 9 | |
| 5 |  Linfield | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | +1 | 9 | |
| 6 |  Glentoran | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | +2 | 6 | |
| 7 |  Cliftonville FC | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | +1 | 6 | |
| 8 | Ballymena United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 | |
| 9 |  Larne | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 0 | |
| 11 |  Portadown | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 0 | |
| 12 |  Bangor | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | -9 | 0 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Ballymena UnitedLLWLL
10Played
3Wins
3Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.2 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.5 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.5 |
| BTTS | 70% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 20% |
Recent Matches
21 AugLvs Glentoran0-2
15 AugLat Crusaders FC1-2
8 AugWat Linfield3-0
25 AprLat Crusaders FC2-3
18 AprLvs Portadown1-2
Carrick RangersLWWLW
10Played
6Wins
1Draws
3Losses
| Points/Game | 1.9 |
| Win % | 60% |
| Goals/Game | 3.6 |
| Scored Avg | 2.3 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.3 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
29 AugWat Bangor4-0
22 AugLvs Coleraine FC0-2
15 AugWat Limavady United2-1
8 AugWvs Portadown1-0
6 MayLat Dungannon Swifts1-3
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 2.3 |
| BTTS | 45% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 45% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 70% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 23 | 1.15 per game |
| Carrick Rangers | 23 | 1.15 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 5 (25%) |
| Carrick Rangers | 7 (35%) |
11 Apr 2026PremiershipCarrick Rangers2-3Ballymena United
14 Mar 2026PremiershipBallymena United2-1Carrick Rangers
20 Dec 2025PremiershipBallymena United1-1Carrick Rangers
4 Oct 2025PremiershipCarrick Rangers1-2Ballymena United
12 Apr 2025PremiershipBallymena United1-1Carrick Rangers
18 Jan 2025PremiershipCarrick Rangers0-0Ballymena United
30 Nov 2024PremiershipBallymena United1-2Carrick Rangers
17 Sept 2024PremiershipCarrick Rangers1-4Ballymena United
13 Apr 2024PremiershipCarrick Rangers2-1Ballymena United
16 Mar 2024PremiershipBallymena United0-2Carrick Rangers
15 Dec 2023PremiershipBallymena United0-2Carrick Rangers
9 Sept 2023PremiershipCarrick Rangers0-1Ballymena United
29 Apr 2023PremiershipBallymena United1-0Carrick Rangers
14 Feb 2023PremiershipCarrick Rangers1-0Ballymena United
26 Nov 2022PremiershipCarrick Rangers0-2Ballymena United
17 Sept 2022PremiershipBallymena United0-1Carrick Rangers
23 Apr 2022PremiershipBallymena United3-0Carrick Rangers
25 Jan 2022PremiershipCarrick Rangers3-0Ballymena United
20 Nov 2021PremiershipBallymena United0-1Carrick Rangers
2 Oct 2021PremiershipCarrick Rangers2-1Ballymena United
Ballymena United — Upcoming Predictions
Carrick Rangers — Upcoming Predictions
Premiership — Predictions
LarneVS
GlentoranO/U
Under 2.5
55%
BangorVS
Ballymena UnitedAH
Away -0.25
81%
Cliftonville FCVS
Portadown1X2
Home
58%
Limavady UnitedVS
Dungannon SwiftsAH
Away -0.25
72%
LinfieldVS
Carrick Rangers1X2
Home
56%
Coleraine FCVS
Crusaders FC1X2
Home
79%
LarneVS
BangorDC
DC 1X
95%
Coleraine FCVS
Ballymena UnitedDC
DC 1X
90%
Carrick RangersVS
Cliftonville FCDC
DC X2
90%
Crusaders FCVS
Limavady UnitedDC
DC 1X
90%