Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 12
Carrick Rangers vs Linfield Prediction & Betting Tips
Loughview Leisure Arena, Carrickfergus
Our prediction: Draw (50%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: No.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Draw/Away
95%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Carrick RangersDrawLinfield
Match Result
Linfield
50%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
54%
Both Teams Score
No
50%
Double Chance
Draw/Away
95%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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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
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.
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: No (50% confidence).
Is the double chance X2 a good bet for Carrick Rangers vs Linfield?
Our double chance pick is X2 with 95% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
When and where is Carrick Rangers vs Linfield played?
Carrick Rangers vs Linfield takes place on 17 Oct 2026 at Loughview Leisure Arena.
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
Carrick RangersLLDLL
10Played
3Wins
1Draws
6Losses
| Points/Game | 1 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.2 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.8 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 30% |
Recent Matches
26 SeptLat Glentoran0-2
19 SeptLvs Larne2-5
15 SeptDat Ballymena United1-1
12 SeptLvs Cliftonville FC1-3
5 SeptLat Linfield0-1
LinfieldWWDWW
10Played
7Wins
2Draws
1Losses
| Points/Game | 2.3 |
| Win % | 70% |
| Goals/Game | 2.2 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 0.8 |
| BTTS | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
25 SeptWat Coleraine FC3-1
19 SeptWvs Crusaders FC1-0
15 SeptDat Portadown1-1
12 SeptWat Dungannon Swifts1-0
5 SeptWvs Carrick Rangers1-0
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
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%