Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 2
Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United Prediction & Betting Tips
Seaview, Belfast
Our prediction: Draw (45%); Both teams to score: No.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Crusaders FCDrawBallymena United
Match Result
Crusaders FC
45%
Both Teams Score
No
62%
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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Key Statistics
133Draws
3
2.53Avg Goals
47%BTTS
47%Over 2.5
25 Apr 2026Crusaders FC3-2Ballymena United
17 Feb 2026Ballymena United2-0Crusaders FC
22 Nov 2025Ballymena United2-2Crusaders FC
20 Sept 2025Crusaders FC1-1Ballymena United
15 Feb 2025Crusaders FC3-1Ballymena United
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United?
Our model predicts Crusaders FC with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Will both teams score in Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United?
Both teams to score: No (62% confidence).
Is the double chance 1X a good bet for Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United?
Our double chance pick is 1X with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
When and where is Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United played?
Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United takes place on 15 Aug 2026 at Seaview.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Glentoran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2 |  Cliftonville FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 3 | Ballymena United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 4 |  Bangor | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 5 |  Coleraine FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 6 | Crusaders FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 7 |  Dungannon Swifts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 8 |  Linfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 9 |  Larne | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 11 |  Portadown | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 12 |  Carrick Rangers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Crusaders FCDWWWW
10Played
4Wins
2Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.4 |
| Win % | 40% |
| Goals/Game | 3.4 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 2 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% |
| Failed to Score | 30% |
Recent Matches
28 AprWat Annagh United3-2
25 AprWvs Ballymena United3-2
18 AprWat Glenavon FC1-0
11 AprWvs Portadown4-0
7 AprDvs Bangor1-1
Ballymena UnitedDWDLL
10Played
2Wins
5Draws
3Losses
| Points/Game | 1.1 |
| Win % | 20% |
| Goals/Game | 3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.6 |
| BTTS | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 20% |
Recent Matches
25 AprLat Crusaders FC2-3
18 AprLvs Portadown1-2
15 AprDvs Bangor0-0
11 AprWat Carrick Rangers3-2
7 AprDvs Glenavon FC1-1
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 19 |
| Average Goals | 2.53 |
| BTTS | 47% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 47% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 63% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Crusaders FC | 31 | 1.63 per game |
| Ballymena United | 17 | 0.89 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Crusaders FC | 7 (37%) |
| Ballymena United | 4 (21%) |
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