Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 8
Linfield vs Crusaders FC Prediction & Betting Tips
Windsor Park, Belfast
Our prediction: Draw (45%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
LinfieldDrawCrusaders FC
Match Result
Linfield
45%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
51%
Both Teams Score
Yes
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
152Draws
3
2.45Avg Goals
45%BTTS
50%Over 2.5
24 Jan 2026Crusaders FC0-1Linfield
13 Dec 2025Linfield4-0Crusaders FC
25 Nov 2025Linfield1-0Crusaders FC
1 Apr 2025Linfield3-1Crusaders FC
7 Mar 2025Crusaders FC0-2Linfield
Frequently Asked Questions
Linfield vs Crusaders FC: who is predicted to win?
Our model predicts Linfield with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Will both teams score in Linfield vs Crusaders FC?
Both teams to score: Yes (62% confidence).
Is the double chance 1X a good bet for Linfield vs Crusaders FC?
Our double chance pick is 1X with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
How many goals will Linfield vs Crusaders FC have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (51% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
When and where is Linfield vs Crusaders FC played?
Linfield vs Crusaders FC takes place on 19 Sept 2026 at Windsor Park.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Coleraine FC | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | +7 | 10 | |
| 2 |  Carrick Rangers | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 3 | +4 | 9 | |
| 3 |  Dungannon Swifts | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | +3 | 9 | |
| 4 | Crusaders FC | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 6 | +2 | 9 | |
| 5 | Linfield | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | +1 | 9 | |
| 6 |  Glentoran | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 6 | +1 | 6 | |
| 7 |  Cliftonville FC | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | +1 | 6 | |
| 8 |  Larne | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 4 | |
| 9 |  Ballymena United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 0 | |
| 11 |  Portadown | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 0 | |
| 12 |  Bangor | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | -9 | 0 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
LinfieldDLWWW
10Played
5Wins
1Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.6 |
| Win % | 50% |
| Goals/Game | 2.9 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.5 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 30% |
Recent Matches
29 AugWat Limavady United2-0
21 AugWvs Cliftonville FC1-0
15 AugWvs Glentoran2-1
8 AugLvs Ballymena United0-3
16 JulDvs Kalju Nomme2-2
Crusaders FCWLWWW
10Played
7Wins
1Draws
2Losses
| Points/Game | 2.2 |
| Win % | 70% |
| Goals/Game | 3.8 |
| Scored Avg | 2.1 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.7 |
| BTTS | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 0% |
Recent Matches
29 AugWat Glentoran2-1
22 AugWvs Portadown3-2
15 AugWvs Ballymena United2-1
7 AugLat Cliftonville FC1-2
28 AprWat Annagh United3-2
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 2.45 |
| BTTS | 45% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 50% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 70% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Linfield | 34 | 1.7 per game |
| Crusaders FC | 15 | 0.75 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Linfield | 10 (50%) |
| Crusaders FC | 3 (15%) |
24 Jan 2026PremiershipCrusaders FC0-1Linfield
13 Dec 2025PremiershipLinfield4-0Crusaders FC
25 Nov 2025PremiershipLinfield1-0Crusaders FC
1 Apr 2025PremiershipLinfield3-1Crusaders FC
7 Mar 2025PremiershipCrusaders FC0-2Linfield
28 Jan 2025PremiershipLinfield2-1Crusaders FC
12 Oct 2024PremiershipCrusaders FC2-3Linfield
12 Apr 2024PremiershipCrusaders FC1-2Linfield
20 Jan 2024PremiershipLinfield1-0Crusaders FC
2 Jan 2024PremiershipCrusaders FC0-1Linfield
26 Sept 2023PremiershipLinfield2-0Crusaders FC
7 Apr 2023PremiershipLinfield0-0Crusaders FC
24 Jan 2023PremiershipCrusaders FC2-0Linfield
26 Nov 2022PremiershipLinfield0-0Crusaders FC
16 Sept 2022PremiershipCrusaders FC2-1Linfield
19 Apr 2022PremiershipCrusaders FC1-2Linfield
11 Mar 2022PremiershipLinfield3-2Crusaders FC
13 Nov 2021PremiershipCrusaders FC2-1Linfield
28 Aug 2021PremiershipLinfield2-0Crusaders FC
4 May 2021PremiershipLinfield3-1Crusaders FC
Linfield — Upcoming Predictions
Crusaders FC — Upcoming Predictions
Premiership — Predictions
BangorVS
Ballymena UnitedAH
Away -0.25
81%
Cliftonville FCVS
Portadown1X2
Home
59%
Limavady UnitedVS
Dungannon SwiftsAH
Away -0.50
75%
LinfieldVS
Carrick Rangers1X2
Home
56%
Coleraine FCVS
Crusaders FC1X2
Home
78%
LarneVS
BangorDC
DC 1X
95%
Coleraine FCVS
Ballymena UnitedDC
DC 1X
90%
Carrick RangersVS
Cliftonville FCDC
DC X2
90%
Crusaders FCVS
Limavady UnitedDC
DC 1X
90%
GlentoranVS
BangorDC
DC 1X
95%