Ballymena United FC vs Larne FC
Stadium: Ballymena Showgrounds
02.12.2023, 18:00
As the 19th round of the Northern Ireland Premier League approaches, an intriguing battle is on the horizon at The Ballymena Showgrounds, pitting Ballymena United against the formidable Larne. Larne enters the clash with an impressive nine-game unbeaten streak in the league, while Ballymena United finds itself at the bottom of the table. Anticipating a lopsided contest, our prediction strongly favors a dominant victory for Larne, as Ballymena United faces an uphill challenge. For further insights into the upcoming match, feel free to explore our expertly crafted tips.
Ballymena United FC (11th)
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Ballymena United has encountered substantial challenges in the ongoing season, securing only three victories in their 18 games thus far. The team faced adversity in their latest match against Linfield, suffering a notable 4-0 defeat. Sporting a record of 14 losses, three wins, and a draw, their overall performance in the league underscores the formidable obstacles they have navigated in this campaign.
Larne FC (2nd)
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The current champions have showcased remarkable performances in the ongoing season, clinching six back-to-back victories. Larne is currently riding high on an impressive 11-game undefeated streak across all competitions and is determined to maintain this positive momentum when they go up against a struggling Ballymena United this Saturday. Coming off a successful encounter against Glentoran in their recent league fixture, where they secured a 2-1 win, they are now eyeing their seventh consecutive league triumph as they gear up for the upcoming clash with Ballymena United on Saturday.
The defending champions are undeniably progressing favorably, as indicated by their record of 12 wins, 5 draws and a loss from the 18 league matches played this season. Andy Ryan leads the team's efforts on goals with 6 goals scored in the league this season.
Head-To-Head Statistics
A critical look at their last 9 encounters produced 5 victories for Larne, 2 victories for Ballymena United, and a draw.
Expert Betting Tips
Based on our evaluation, we think that Larne is well-positioned to attain a convincing triumph in the forthcoming Saturday match. The exceptional performance they have demonstrated throughout the season suggests a determined quest for success, making it improbable for Ballymena United to withstand the dominance of the current champions. Our forecast strongly leans towards Larne securing a decisive victory.
Furthermore, it is noteworthy to consider the likelihood of goals being scored in both halves of the game, coupled with Larne achieving a minimum of 2 goals.