Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 12
Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC Prediction & Betting Tips
Ballymena Showgrounds, Ballymena
Our prediction: Draw (35%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Home/Draw
70%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Ballymena UnitedDrawCrusaders FC
Match Result
Ballymena United
35%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
50%
Both Teams Score
Yes
60%
Double Chance
Home/Draw
70%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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Key Statistics
33Draws
14
2.55Avg Goals
50%BTTS
50%Over 2.5
15 Aug 2026Crusaders FC2-1Ballymena United
25 Apr 2026Crusaders FC3-2Ballymena United
17 Feb 2026Ballymena United2-0Crusaders FC
22 Nov 2025Ballymena United2-2Crusaders FC
20 Sept 2025Crusaders FC1-1Ballymena United
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC?
Our model predicts Ballymena United with 35% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
How many goals will Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (50% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
Will both teams score in Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC?
Both teams to score: Yes (60% confidence).
Is the double chance 1X a good bet for Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC?
Our double chance pick is 1X with 70% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
When and where is Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC played?
Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC takes place on 17 Oct 2026 at Ballymena Showgrounds.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Coleraine FC | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 8 | +11 | 22 | |
| 2 |  Linfield | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 6 | +6 | 22 | |
| 3 |  Larne | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 3 | +9 | 16 | |
| 4 | Crusaders FC | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 14 | +1 | 15 | |
| 5 |  Glentoran | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 10 | +3 | 13 | |
| 6 |  Dungannon Swifts | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 8 | +1 | 13 | |
| 7 |  Cliftonville FC | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 11 | +1 | 12 | |
| 8 |  Carrick Rangers | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 15 | -4 | 10 | |
| 9 | Ballymena United | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 11 | +1 | 9 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 9 | |
| 11 |  Bangor | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 19 | -11 | 5 | |
| 12 |  Portadown | 9 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 19 | -14 | 1 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Ballymena UnitedDLDDW
10Played
2Wins
3Draws
5Losses
| Points/Game | 0.9 |
| Win % | 20% |
| Goals/Game | 3.1 |
| Scored Avg | 1.5 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.6 |
| BTTS | 70% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
26 SeptWvs Portadown2-0
19 SeptDat Dungannon Swifts1-1
15 SeptDvs Carrick Rangers1-1
11 SeptLat Coleraine FC2-3
5 SeptDat Bangor2-2
Crusaders FCLLWLW
10Played
6Wins
0Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.8 |
| Win % | 60% |
| Goals/Game | 3.4 |
| Scored Avg | 1.8 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.6 |
| BTTS | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
26 SeptWvs Bangor2-1
19 SeptLat Linfield0-1
15 SeptWvs Dungannon Swifts3-0
12 SeptLvs Limavady United1-2
5 SeptLat Coleraine FC1-4
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 2.55 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 50% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 65% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 18 | 0.9 per game |
| Crusaders FC | 33 | 1.65 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 4 (20%) |
| Crusaders FC | 7 (35%) |
15 Aug 2026PremiershipCrusaders FC2-1Ballymena United
25 Apr 2026PremiershipCrusaders FC3-2Ballymena United
17 Feb 2026PremiershipBallymena United2-0Crusaders FC
22 Nov 2025PremiershipBallymena United2-2Crusaders FC
20 Sept 2025PremiershipCrusaders FC1-1Ballymena United
15 Feb 2025PremiershipCrusaders FC3-1Ballymena United
26 Oct 2024PremiershipCrusaders FC1-0Ballymena United
20 Aug 2024PremiershipBallymena United0-1Crusaders FC
9 Mar 2024PremiershipBallymena United2-4Crusaders FC
13 Oct 2023PremiershipCrusaders FC1-0Ballymena United
11 Aug 2023PremiershipBallymena United1-2Crusaders FC
25 Feb 2023PremiershipBallymena United0-0Crusaders FC
14 Nov 2022PremiershipCrusaders FC0-1Ballymena United
23 Sept 2022PremiershipCrusaders FC3-0Ballymena United
15 Mar 2022PremiershipCrusaders FC2-1Ballymena United
27 Nov 2021PremiershipBallymena United2-0Crusaders FC
9 Oct 2021PremiershipBallymena United0-1Crusaders FC
2 Apr 2021PremiershipBallymena United0-1Crusaders FC
20 Feb 2021PremiershipCrusaders FC2-1Ballymena United
7 Nov 2020PremiershipBallymena United1-4Crusaders FC
Ballymena United — Upcoming Predictions
Crusaders FC — Upcoming Predictions
Premiership — Predictions
Carrick RangersVS
Crusaders FCO/U
Under 2.5
61%
Cliftonville FCVS
Ballymena UnitedBTTS
BTTS Yes
60%
GlentoranVS
Dungannon SwiftsO/U
Under 2.5
57%
LarneVS
LinfieldDC
DC 1X
90%
PortadownVS
Limavady UnitedAH
Away -0.25
70%
BangorVS
Coleraine FC1X2
Away
76%
PortadownVS
GlentoranDC
DC X2
95%
Coleraine FCVS
Cliftonville FCDC
DC 1X
90%
Crusaders FCVS
LarneDC
DC X2
95%
Dungannon SwiftsVS
Carrick RangersDC
DC 1X
70%