Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC Prediction: At least one team will score over 1.5 goals

In the upcoming 10th round of the Northern Ireland Premier League, fans can look forward to an exciting clash at the Showgrounds as Coleraine takes on Crusaders. Both teams are coming off losses in their last league games and will be eager to return to winning ways. Expect an intense and attacking game. Below, you'll find carefully crafted tips to heighten your anticipation for the upcoming match.

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Coleraine's recent two-game winning streak came to an abrupt halt with a 5-0 defeat to Cliftonville in their most recent league match. Despite this setback, Coleraine has shown signs of improvement and determination, with two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five league games. The upcoming fixture against Crusaders holds great importance for them as they aim to bounce back and secure a positive result on Saturday.

Coleraine's performance in the league this season has been commendable, boasting a collective record of 4 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws from the entirety of their 9 games played. Matthew Shevlin leads the team's efforts on goal with a total of four goals scored this season.

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Crusaders experienced a brief return to the winning column, but their momentum was halted by Linfield in their recent league game, resulting in a 2-0 defeat. Over their last five matches, Crusaders have secured one victory, drawn twice, and suffered two losses.

Crusaders are waxing strong this season with a track record of 5 victories 2 draws and 2 losses in the nine league matches played, the Crusaders are demonstrating extraordinary form. Ben Kennedy stands at the forefront of the team's goal-scoring efforts, having secured 6 goals this season.

A critical look at the last 8 games between them produced 5 wins for the Crusaders, 2 wins for Coleraine, and a draw.

The matches between these two teams have often been closely fought, but in their last five encounters, at least one team has scored a minimum of 2 goals each time. Our prediction is for one of the teams to score over 1.5 goals in this game.

Considering Crusaders' favoritism due to Coleraine's inconsistency this season, we recommend a bet on either a win or draw for Crusaders, with under 1.5 total goals at odds of 1.78.