Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 12
Carrick Rangers vs Linfield Prediction & Betting Tips
Taylors Avenue, Carrickfergus
Our prediction: Linfield — Win (49%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Asian Handicap
Linfield -0.25
@ 1.28
78%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Carrick RangersDrawLinfield
Match Result
Linfield
@ 1.74
50%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
@ 1.73
54%
Both Teams Score
Best ValueYes
@ 1.64
56%
Double Chance
Draw/Away
@ 1.22
38%
Asian Handicap
AH Away -0.25
@ 1.28
78%
Half Time
Draw
@ 2.18
40%
HT/FT
Draw/Away
@ 4.70
21.3%
Correct Score
1:2
@ 7.00
14.3%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
Expert analysis is being prepared
Our expert is currently reviewing the latest stats, form and odds for this match. The full analysis will be available shortly.
Key Statistics
23Draws
15
3.2Avg Goals
50%BTTS
60%Over 2.5
5 Sept 2026Linfield1-0Carrick Rangers
20 Mar 2026Carrick Rangers2-0Linfield
13 Jan 2026Carrick Rangers0-0Linfield
29 Nov 2025Linfield3-1Carrick Rangers
11 Jan 2025Linfield3-0Carrick Rangers
Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 3.64 | 3.54 | 1.82 |
| Betano | 2.60 | 3.55 | 1.42 |
| Betfair | 3.60 | 3.60 | 1.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Carrick Rangers vs Linfield?
Our model predicts Linfield with 50% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Carrick Rangers vs Linfield: what is our Half Time tip?
Our Half Time call is Draw with 40% confidence.
What is the HT/FT prediction for Carrick Rangers vs Linfield?
Our HT/FT call is X/2 with 21% confidence.
How many goals will Carrick Rangers vs Linfield have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (54% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
Will both teams score in Carrick Rangers vs Linfield?
Both teams to score: Yes (56% confidence).
When and where is Carrick Rangers vs Linfield played?
Carrick Rangers vs Linfield takes place on 17 Oct 2026 at Taylors Avenue.
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
Carrick RangersDLLWW
10Played
4Wins
1Draws
5Losses
| Points/Game | 1.3 |
| Win % | 40% |
| Goals/Game | 3.5 |
| Scored Avg | 1.8 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.7 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 30% |
Recent Matches
10 OctWat Dungannon Swifts4-2
3 OctWvs Crusaders FC4-0
26 SeptLat Glentoran0-2
19 SeptLvs Larne2-5
15 SeptDat Ballymena United1-1
LinfieldWDWWW
10Played
8Wins
1Draws
1Losses
| Points/Game | 2.5 |
| Win % | 80% |
| Goals/Game | 2 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 0.6 |
| BTTS | 30% |
| Clean Sheets | 60% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
10 OctWvs Bangor2-0
25 SeptWat Coleraine FC3-1
19 SeptWvs Crusaders FC1-0
15 SeptDat Portadown1-1
12 SeptWat Dungannon Swifts1-0
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 3.2 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 60% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 85% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Carrick Rangers | 16 | 0.8 per game |
| Linfield | 48 | 2.4 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Carrick Rangers | 2 (10%) |
| Linfield | 9 (45%) |
5 Sept 2026PremiershipLinfield1-0Carrick Rangers
20 Mar 2026PremiershipCarrick Rangers2-0Linfield
13 Jan 2026PremiershipCarrick Rangers0-0Linfield
29 Nov 2025PremiershipLinfield3-1Carrick Rangers
11 Jan 2025PremiershipLinfield3-0Carrick Rangers
3 Nov 2024PremiershipCarrick Rangers1-3Linfield
21 Sept 2024PremiershipLinfield1-0Carrick Rangers
2 Apr 2024PremiershipCarrick Rangers2-3Linfield
13 Oct 2023PremiershipCarrick Rangers1-2Linfield
26 Aug 2023PremiershipLinfield3-3Carrick Rangers
18 Feb 2023PremiershipLinfield2-0Carrick Rangers
3 Dec 2022PremiershipLinfield3-1Carrick Rangers
28 Aug 2022PremiershipCarrick Rangers2-1Linfield
4 Mar 2022PremiershipCarrick Rangers1-2Linfield
30 Nov 2021PremiershipLinfield2-0Carrick Rangers
9 Oct 2021PremiershipLinfield4-0Carrick Rangers
13 Mar 2021PremiershipLinfield7-0Carrick Rangers
9 Feb 2021PremiershipCarrick Rangers1-1Linfield
17 Oct 2020PremiershipLinfield5-1Carrick Rangers
7 Mar 2020PremiershipCarrick Rangers0-2Linfield
Carrick Rangers — Upcoming Predictions
Linfield — Upcoming Predictions
Premiership — Predictions
LarneVS
Coleraine FCBTTS
BTTS Yes
56%
Ballymena UnitedVS
Crusaders FC1X2
Home
58%
BangorVS
Dungannon SwiftsAH
Away -0.50
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%