Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 16
Ballymena United vs Linfield 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 UnitedDrawLinfield
Match Result
Linfield
45%
Total Goals
Under 2.5
51%
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
21Draws
14
2.41Avg Goals
24%BTTS
47%Over 2.5
8 Aug 2026Linfield0-3Ballymena United
31 Jan 2026Linfield2-1Ballymena United
25 Oct 2025Linfield2-1Ballymena United
16 Sept 2025Ballymena United1-0Linfield
7 Feb 2025Ballymena United2-2Linfield
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Ballymena United vs Linfield?
Our model predicts Linfield with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
How many goals will Ballymena United vs Linfield have?
We expect Under 2.5 goals (51% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
Will both teams score in Ballymena United vs Linfield?
Both teams to score: Yes (59% confidence).
Is the double chance X2 a good bet for Ballymena United vs Linfield?
Our double chance pick is X2 with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
When and where is Ballymena United vs Linfield played?
Ballymena United vs Linfield takes place on 13 Nov 2026 at Ballymena Showgrounds.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Coleraine FC | 14 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 32 | 13 | +19 | 35 | |
| 2 | Linfield | 14 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 21 | 11 | +10 | 33 | |
| 3 |  Larne | 12 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 22 | 10 | +12 | 26 | |
| 4 |  Glentoran | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 11 | +6 | 21 | |
| 5 |  Cliftonville FC | 14 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 23 | 17 | +6 | 18 | |
| 6 |  Carrick Rangers | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 23 | 27 | -4 | 18 | |
| 7 |  Crusaders FC | 14 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 20 | 29 | -9 | 18 | |
| 8 | Ballymena United | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 16 | +1 | 15 | |
| 9 |  Dungannon Swifts | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 18 | -5 | 15 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 23 | -9 | 14 | |
| 11 |  Bangor | 14 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 12 | 26 | -14 | 9 | |
| 12 |  Portadown | 14 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 11 | 24 | -13 | 8 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Ballymena UnitedWWLWL
10Played
3Wins
3Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.2 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 2.7 |
| Scored Avg | 1.3 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.4 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 20% |
Recent Matches
31 OctLvs Bangor0-1
17 OctWvs Crusaders FC2-1
10 OctLat Limavady United2-3
3 OctWat Cliftonville FC1-0
26 SeptWvs Portadown2-0
LinfieldWDWWD
10Played
7Wins
3Draws
0Losses
| Points/Game | 2.4 |
| Win % | 70% |
| Goals/Game | 2.3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.6 |
| Conceded Avg | 0.7 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 0% |
Recent Matches
31 OctDvs Dungannon Swifts1-1
23 OctWat Portadown2-1
20 OctWat Larne2-1
17 OctDat Carrick Rangers2-2
10 OctWvs Bangor2-0
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 17 |
| Average Goals | 2.41 |
| BTTS | 24% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 47% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 76% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 9 | 0.53 per game |
| Linfield | 32 | 1.88 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Ballymena United | 2 (12%) |
| Linfield | 11 (65%) |
8 Aug 2026PremiershipLinfield0-3Ballymena United
31 Jan 2026PremiershipLinfield2-1Ballymena United
25 Oct 2025PremiershipLinfield2-1Ballymena United
16 Sept 2025PremiershipBallymena United1-0Linfield
7 Feb 2025PremiershipBallymena United2-2Linfield
9 Nov 2024PremiershipLinfield2-0Ballymena United
10 Aug 2024PremiershipBallymena United0-2Linfield
24 Feb 2024PremiershipLinfield2-0Ballymena United
25 Nov 2023PremiershipLinfield4-0Ballymena United
18 Aug 2023PremiershipBallymena United0-1Linfield
21 Jan 2023PremiershipLinfield3-0Ballymena United
18 Nov 2022PremiershipBallymena United0-2Linfield
3 Sept 2022PremiershipBallymena United0-4Linfield
8 Mar 2022PremiershipBallymena United0-2Linfield
15 Jan 2022PremiershipLinfield1-0Ballymena United
21 Dec 2021PremiershipLinfield1-0Ballymena United
17 Apr 2021PremiershipLinfield2-1Ballymena United
Ballymena United — Upcoming Predictions
Linfield — Upcoming Predictions
Premiership — Predictions
Cliftonville FCVS
LarneAH
Away -0.25
84%
BangorVS
Crusaders FCDC
DC 1X
90%
Carrick RangersVS
GlentoranDC
DC X2
90%
Dungannon SwiftsVS
Limavady UnitedDC
DC 1X
70%
PortadownVS
Ballymena UnitedDC
DC X2
90%
LinfieldVS
Coleraine FCDC
DC X2
90%
Coleraine FCVS
PortadownDC
DC 1X
90%
Crusaders FCVS
Carrick RangersDC
DC X2
90%
GlentoranVS
BangorDC
DC 1X
95%
LarneVS
Dungannon SwiftsDC
DC 1X
95%