Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 18
Ballymena United vs Cliftonville FC Prediction & Betting Tips
Ballymena Showgrounds, Ballymena
Our prediction: Draw (45%); under 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Ballymena UnitedDrawCliftonville FC
Match Result
Cliftonville FC
45%
Total Goals
Under 2.5
52%
Both Teams Score
Yes
59%
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
74Draws
9
3Avg Goals
45%BTTS
60%Over 2.5
3 Oct 2026Cliftonville FC0-1Ballymena United
21 Mar 2026Cliftonville FC2-2Ballymena United
13 Jan 2026Ballymena United2-2Cliftonville FC
13 Sept 2025Cliftonville FC3-2Ballymena United
5 Apr 2025Cliftonville FC5-0Ballymena United
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Ballymena United vs Cliftonville FC?
Our model predicts Cliftonville FC with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Will both teams score in Ballymena United vs Cliftonville FC?
Both teams to score: Yes (59% confidence).
Is the double chance X2 a good bet for Ballymena United vs Cliftonville FC?
Our double chance pick is X2 with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
How many goals will Ballymena United vs Cliftonville FC have?
We expect Under 2.5 goals (52% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
When and where is Ballymena United vs Cliftonville FC played?
Ballymena United vs Cliftonville FC takes place on 28 Nov 2026 at Ballymena Showgrounds.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Linfield | 16 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 27 | 11 | +16 | 39 | |
| 2 |  Coleraine FC | 16 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 35 | 16 | +19 | 38 | |
| 3 |  Larne | 14 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 27 | 14 | +13 | 29 | |
| 4 |  Glentoran | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 19 | 12 | +7 | 25 | |
| 5 | Cliftonville FC | 16 | 7 | 0 | 9 | 28 | 21 | +7 | 21 | |
| 6 |  Carrick Rangers | 16 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 24 | 28 | -4 | 20 | |
| 7 |  Crusaders FC | 16 | 6 | 1 | 9 | 21 | 31 | -10 | 19 | |
| 8 |  Dungannon Swifts | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 16 | 23 | -7 | 18 | |
| 9 |  Limavady United | 16 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 18 | 27 | -9 | 17 | |
| 10 | Ballymena United | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 20 | -2 | 16 | |
| 11 |  Bangor | 16 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 28 | -14 | 12 | |
| 12 |  Portadown | 16 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 12 | 28 | -16 | 9 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Ballymena UnitedLWLDL
10Played
3Wins
3Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.2 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 2.6 |
| Scored Avg | 1.2 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.4 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 20% |
Recent Matches
13 NovLvs Linfield0-3
7 NovDat Portadown1-1
31 OctLvs Bangor0-1
17 OctWvs Crusaders FC2-1
10 OctLat Limavady United2-3
Cliftonville FCLWWWL
10Played
3Wins
0Draws
7Losses
| Points/Game | 0.9 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 3.2 |
| Scored Avg | 1.7 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.5 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 40% |
Recent Matches
13 NovLat Limavady United1-2
6 NovWvs Larne4-2
31 OctWvs Carrick Rangers7-1
24 OctWat Dungannon Swifts3-1
17 OctLvs Portadown1-2
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 3 |
| BTTS | 45% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 60% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 75% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 26 | 1.3 per game |
| Cliftonville FC | 34 | 1.7 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 5 (25%) |
| Cliftonville FC | 6 (30%) |
3 Oct 2026PremiershipCliftonville FC0-1Ballymena United
21 Mar 2026PremiershipCliftonville FC2-2Ballymena United
13 Jan 2026PremiershipBallymena United2-2Cliftonville FC
13 Sept 2025PremiershipCliftonville FC3-2Ballymena United
5 Apr 2025PremiershipCliftonville FC5-0Ballymena United
15 Mar 2025PremiershipBallymena United1-0Cliftonville FC
16 Nov 2024PremiershipCliftonville FC0-1Ballymena United
21 Sept 2024PremiershipBallymena United3-2Cliftonville FC
20 Jan 2024PremiershipCliftonville FC3-0Ballymena United
23 Dec 2023PremiershipCliftonville FC2-0Ballymena United
23 Sept 2023PremiershipBallymena United0-2Cliftonville FC
28 Jan 2023PremiershipCliftonville FC4-0Ballymena United
3 Dec 2022PremiershipBallymena United4-1Cliftonville FC
23 Aug 2022PremiershipBallymena United1-2Cliftonville FC
28 Jan 2022PremiershipBallymena United2-2Cliftonville FC
4 Dec 2021PremiershipCliftonville FC1-0Ballymena United
23 Oct 2021PremiershipBallymena United1-0Cliftonville FC
2 Mar 2021PremiershipBallymena United1-1Cliftonville FC
23 Feb 2021PremiershipCliftonville FC2-1Ballymena United
24 Nov 2020PremiershipCliftonville FC0-4Ballymena United
Ballymena United — Upcoming Predictions
Cliftonville FC — Upcoming Predictions
Premiership — Predictions
Cliftonville FCVS
GlentoranDC
DC X2
90%
Carrick RangersVS
Coleraine FCDC
DC X2
90%
Dungannon SwiftsVS
Crusaders FCDC
DC X2
90%
LinfieldVS
Limavady UnitedDC
DC 1X
95%
PortadownVS
BangorDC
DC 1X
90%
LarneVS
Ballymena UnitedDC
DC 1X
90%
Coleraine FCVS
Dungannon SwiftsDC
DC 1X
90%
GlentoranVS
LarneDC
DC X2
90%