| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Won | 4 (40%) | 3 (30%) |
| Drawn | 1 (10%) | 1 (10%) |
| Lost | 5 (50%) | 6 (60%) |
Predictions & Betting Tips
Ballymena United show a mild home advantage over Crusaders on the road, but the difference is minimal. Expect a competitive and possibly low-margin game.
Crusaders have shown a strong trend for high-scoring away games (Over 2.5 in 70%). While Ballymena United are lower at 40%, the visitors’ attacking output suggests multiple goals are likely.
Both teams rarely see both sides score in their last 10 home/away matches, indicating solid defensive records. BTTS – No is a reasonable selection.
High corner counts are common for both teams in their last 10 home/away matches (90% and 70%). Expect plenty of set-piece opportunities, making Over 9.5 Corners a strong choice.
Our Tip: Over 8.5 Corners looks promising. Ballymena United see it in 90% of their last 10 home games and Crusaders in 70% of their last 10 away games. Expect plenty of set-piece action.
Team Form
Ballymena United have been in stronger form at home compared to Crusaders’s away record. Their recent performances suggest they are the favorites heading into this match.
Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
Both teams have had fewer games where both sides scored. This could indicate a low-scoring match, with a strong possibility of clean sheets influencing the outcome.
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Both Teams to Score (BTTS) | 3 (30%) | 4 (40%) |
Match Goals
Crusaders have produced higher scoring games on the road, whereas Ballymena United have been more moderate at home. The visitors may contribute most of the goals in this match.
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 0.5 Goals | 10 (100%) | 10 (100%) |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 8 (80%) | 9 (90%) |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 4 (40%) | 7 (70%) |
| Over 3.5 Goals | 2 (20%) | 3 (30%) |
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Under 0.5 Goals | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Under 1.5 Goals | 2 (20%) | 1 (10%) |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 6 (60%) | 3 (30%) |
| Under 3.5 Goals | 8 (80%) | 7 (70%) |
Team Goals
Based on recent goals scored and conceded, this match could be moderate in scoring. Ballymena United and Crusaders may see 1–2 goals, with neither team dominating the goal charts.
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 0.5 Goals Scored | 7 (70%) | 6 (60%) |
| Over 1.5 Goals Scored | 3 (30%) | 4 (40%) |
| Over 2.5 Goals Scored | 1 (10%) | 1 (10%) |
| Over 3.5 Goals Scored | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 0.5 Goals Conceded | 6 (60%) | 8 (80%) |
| Over 1.5 Goals Conceded | 6 (60%) | 6 (60%) |
| Over 2.5 Goals Conceded | 1 (10%) | 2 (20%) |
| Over 3.5 Goals Conceded | 0 (0%) | 2 (20%) |
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Total Goals Scored | 11 (1.1 avg) | 11 (1.1 avg) |
| Total Goals Conceded | 13 (1.3 avg) | 18 (1.8 avg) |
Match Corners
Ballymena United tend to win many corners at home, while Crusaders have been more conservative on the road. The home team is likely to dominate the corner count in this match.
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 7.5 Corners | 9 (90%) | 9 (90%) |
| Over 8.5 Corners | 9 (90%) | 7 (70%) |
| Over 9.5 Corners | 9 (90%) | 7 (70%) |
| Over 10.5 Corners | 4 (40%) | 5 (50%) |
| Over 11.5 Corners | 4 (40%) | 3 (30%) |
| Over 12.5 Corners | 2 (20%) | 2 (20%) |
Team Corners
Ballymena United have moderate corner counts at home, occasionally generating set-piece opportunities, and defensively are generally solid in limiting corners conceded.
Crusaders have moderate corner counts away, occasionally generating set-piece chances, and defensively generally restrict corners conceded away from home.
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 4.5 Corners For | 6 (60%) | 4 (40%) |
| Over 5.5 Corners For | 4 (40%) | 3 (30%) |
| Over 6.5 Corners For | 1 (10%) | 2 (20%) |
| Over 7.5 Corners For | 1 (10%) | 1 (10%) |
| Over 8.5 Corners For | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Ballymena United (Home Form) | Crusaders (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 4.5 Corners Against | 8 (80%) | 9 (90%) |
| Over 5.5 Corners Against | 6 (60%) | 7 (70%) |
| Over 6.5 Corners Against | 4 (40%) | 5 (50%) |
| Over 7.5 Corners Against | 3 (30%) | 3 (30%) |
| Over 8.5 Corners Against | 2 (20%) | 2 (20%) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team is likely to win, Ballymena United or Crusaders?
Ballymena United have been in stronger form at home compared to Crusaders’s away record. Recent Premiership matches in Northern Ireland suggest they are the favorites heading into this Ballymena United vs Crusaders game.
Will both teams score in the match between Ballymena United and Crusaders?
Both teams have had fewer games where both sides scored recently. This may point to a low-scoring Ballymena United vs Crusaders match in Premiership.
Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between Ballymena United and Crusaders?
Crusaders have consistently seen higher scoring in away fixtures, while Ballymena United’s home games have been moderate. The visitors may be the main source of goals.
Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Ballymena United or Crusaders?
Based on recent goals scored and conceded, this match could be moderate in scoring, with 1–2 goals expected.
Will there be many corners in the match between Ballymena United and Crusaders?
Ballymena United tend to dominate corners at home, while Crusaders are more conservative. Expect the home team to lead the corner count.
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