Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 12
Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC Prediction & Betting Tips
Ballymena Showgrounds, Ballymena
Our prediction: Ballymena United — Win (57%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Match Result
Ballymena United
@ 1.51
58%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Ballymena UnitedDrawCrusaders FC
Match Result
Best ValueBallymena United
@ 1.51
58%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
@ 1.61
57%
Both Teams Score
Yes
@ 1.64
56%
Double Chance
Home/Draw
@ 1.15
40%
Asian Handicap
AH Home -1
@ 2.00
50%
Half Time
Ballymena United
@ 2.05
43%
HT/FT
Home/Home
@ 2.31
43.3%
Correct Score
2:1
@ 6.50
15.4%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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Our expert is currently reviewing the latest stats, form and odds for this match. The full analysis will be available shortly.
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
Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.60 | 3.92 | 4.42 |
| Betano | 1.27 | 4.00 | 3.30 |
| Betfair | 1.55 | 4.00 | 4.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC?
Our model predicts Ballymena United with 58% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
What is the Asian Handicap prediction for Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC?
Our Asian Handicap call is Ballymena United -1 with 50% confidence.
Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC: what is our Half Time tip?
Our Half Time call is Ballymena United with 43% confidence.
What is the HT/FT prediction for Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC?
Our HT/FT call is 1/1 with 43% confidence.
How many goals will Ballymena United vs Crusaders FC have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (57% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
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 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 10 | +13 | 28 | |
| 2 |  Linfield | 10 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 6 | +8 | 25 | |
| 3 |  Larne | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 3 | +12 | 19 | |
| 4 |  Glentoran | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 15 | 10 | +5 | 17 | |
| 5 |  Carrick Rangers | 11 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 19 | 17 | +2 | 16 | |
| 6 | Crusaders FC | 11 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 21 | -6 | 15 | |
| 7 |  Dungannon Swifts | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 14 | -3 | 13 | |
| 8 | Ballymena United | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 15 | 14 | +1 | 12 | |
| 9 |  Cliftonville FC | 11 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 13 | -1 | 12 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 10 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 16 | -5 | 12 | |
| 11 |  Portadown | 11 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 20 | -12 | 5 | |
| 12 |  Bangor | 11 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 24 | -14 | 5 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Ballymena UnitedDDWWL
10Played
3Wins
3Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.2 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 2.9 |
| Scored Avg | 1.5 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.4 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
10 OctLat Limavady United2-3
3 OctWat Cliftonville FC1-0
26 SeptWvs Portadown2-0
19 SeptDat Dungannon Swifts1-1
15 SeptDvs Carrick Rangers1-1
Crusaders FCWLWLL
10Played
5Wins
0Draws
5Losses
| Points/Game | 1.5 |
| Win % | 50% |
| Goals/Game | 3.3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.9 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 30% |
Recent Matches
10 OctLvs Larne0-3
3 OctLat Carrick Rangers0-4
26 SeptWvs Bangor2-1
19 SeptLat Linfield0-1
15 SeptWvs Dungannon Swifts3-0
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
LarneVS
Coleraine FCBTTS
BTTS Yes
56%
BangorVS
Dungannon SwiftsAH
Away -0.50
78%
Carrick RangersVS
LinfieldAH
Away -0.25
78%
GlentoranVS
Limavady United1X2
Home
71%
Cliftonville FCVS
PortadownDC
DC 1X
90%
LarneVS
LinfieldDC
DC 1X
90%
PortadownVS
LinfieldDC
DC X2
90%
Carrick RangersVS
Limavady UnitedDC
DC 1X
90%
Crusaders FCVS
Coleraine FCDC
DC X2
90%
Dungannon SwiftsVS
Cliftonville FCDC
DC 1X
90%