Northern Ireland
PremiershipRound 15
Portadown vs Ballymena United Prediction & Betting Tips
Shamrock Park, Portadown
Our prediction: Draw (45%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
PortadownDrawBallymena United
Match Result
Ballymena United
45%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
52%
Both Teams Score
Yes
61%
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
72Draws
11
2.2Avg Goals
35%BTTS
40%Over 2.5
26 Sept 2026Ballymena United2-0Portadown
18 Apr 2026Ballymena United1-2Portadown
7 Mar 2026Ballymena United1-1Portadown
13 Dec 2025Portadown1-0Ballymena United
19 Aug 2025Portadown0-2Ballymena United
Frequently Asked Questions
Portadown vs Ballymena United: who is predicted to win?
Our model predicts Ballymena United with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Is the double chance X2 a good bet for Portadown vs Ballymena United?
Our double chance pick is X2 with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
How many goals will Portadown vs Ballymena United have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (52% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
Will both teams score in Portadown vs Ballymena United?
Both teams to score: Yes (61% confidence).
When and where is Portadown vs Ballymena United played?
Portadown vs Ballymena United takes place on 7 Nov 2026 at Shamrock Park.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Linfield | 13 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 10 | +10 | 32 | |
| 2 |  Coleraine FC | 12 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 12 | +14 | 31 | |
| 3 |  Glentoran | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 10 | +6 | 20 | |
| 4 |  Larne | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 18 | 8 | +10 | 19 | |
| 5 |  Carrick Rangers | 12 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 21 | 19 | +2 | 17 | |
| 6 | Ballymena United | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 15 | +2 | 15 | |
| 7 |  Crusaders FC | 12 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 16 | 23 | -7 | 15 | |
| 8 |  Dungannon Swifts | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 11 | 14 | -3 | 14 | |
| 9 |  Cliftonville FC | 12 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 15 | -2 | 12 | |
| 10 |  Limavady United | 11 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 17 | -6 | 12 | |
| 11 | Portadown | 13 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 23 | -12 | 8 | |
| 12 |  Bangor | 12 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 10 | 24 | -14 | 6 |
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
PortadownLWDWL
10Played
2Wins
2Draws
6Losses
| Points/Game | 0.8 |
| Win % | 20% |
| Goals/Game | 2.7 |
| Scored Avg | 0.9 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.8 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 40% |
Recent Matches
23 OctLvs Linfield1-2
17 OctWat Cliftonville FC2-1
9 OctDvs Glentoran0-0
3 OctWvs Limavady United3-1
26 SeptLat Ballymena United0-2
Ballymena UnitedDWWLW
10Played
3Wins
3Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.2 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 2.9 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.5 |
| BTTS | 70% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
17 OctWvs Crusaders FC2-1
10 OctLat Limavady United2-3
3 OctWat Cliftonville FC1-0
26 SeptWvs Portadown2-0
19 SeptDat Dungannon Swifts1-1
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 2.2 |
| BTTS | 35% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 40% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 65% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Portadown | 17 | 0.85 per game |
| Ballymena United | 27 | 1.35 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Portadown | 6 (30%) |
| Ballymena United | 8 (40%) |
26 Sept 2026PremiershipBallymena United2-0Portadown
18 Apr 2026PremiershipBallymena United1-2Portadown
7 Mar 2026PremiershipBallymena United1-1Portadown
13 Dec 2025PremiershipPortadown1-0Ballymena United
19 Aug 2025PremiershipPortadown0-2Ballymena United
26 Apr 2025PremiershipPortadown2-1Ballymena United
22 Feb 2025PremiershipBallymena United2-0Portadown
1 Nov 2024PremiershipBallymena United0-3Portadown
28 Sept 2024PremiershipPortadown0-1Ballymena United
7 Apr 2023PremiershipPortadown1-0Ballymena United
11 Feb 2023PremiershipBallymena United0-0Portadown
10 Dec 2022PremiershipPortadown1-0Ballymena United
8 Oct 2022PremiershipBallymena United2-0Portadown
16 Apr 2022PremiershipBallymena United2-1Portadown
12 Mar 2022PremiershipPortadown1-0Ballymena United
1 Jan 2022PremiershipBallymena United4-0Portadown
16 Oct 2021PremiershipPortadown0-1Ballymena United
29 May 2021PremiershipBallymena United4-2Portadown
13 Mar 2021PremiershipBallymena United2-1Portadown
27 Feb 2021PremiershipPortadown1-2Ballymena United
Portadown — Upcoming Predictions
Ballymena United — Upcoming Predictions
Premiership — Predictions
Carrick RangersVS
Limavady UnitedO/U
Under 2.5
64%
Crusaders FCVS
Coleraine FC1X2
Away
73%
Dungannon SwiftsVS
Cliftonville FCBTTS
BTTS Yes
59%
GlentoranVS
Ballymena United1X2
Home
58%
BangorVS
LarneAH
Away -0.25
95%
LarneVS
Limavady United1X2
Home
69%
Coleraine FCVS
GlentoranDC
DC X2
90%
LarneVS
PortadownDC
DC 1X
95%
Ballymena UnitedVS
BangorDC
DC 1X
90%
Cliftonville FCVS
Carrick RangersDC
DC 1X
70%