Crusaders FC vs Carrick Rangers FC Prediction: The Crues will cruise their way to another victory

The imminent 24th round of the Northern Ireland Premier League sets the stage for a captivating showdown at Seaview, featuring Crusaders against Carrick Rangers. Following defeats in their recent league outings, both teams are anticipated to engage in a highly competitive encounter this Saturday. Our prediction for this game favors a win or draw for the Crusaders. For a comprehensive analysis of the upcoming match, we encourage you to delve into our carefully crafted expert tips.

Crusaders FC (5th)

Form: LWLWD

Crusaders are earnestly pursuing favorable outcomes in the league, with a record of two victories, a draw, and two losses in their most recent five league games. The 2-1 defeat against Cliftonville in their recent match has intensified their determination to get back to winning ways as they prepare to take on Carrick Rangers on Tuesday.

In the current season, the Crusaders are exhibiting considerable strength, boasting a record of 11 victories, 5 draws, and 6 losses in the 22 league matches played. The team is in good form, with Ben Kennedy leading the goal-scoring efforts by tallying 9 goals this season.

Carrick Rangers FC (6th)

Form: LWWLD

Carrick Rangers' streak of two consecutive league victories came to an end in their latest match against Larne, resulting in a 2-1 defeat. Eager to return to the winning column, Carrick Rangers now set their sights on facing Crusaders this Saturday. In the current season, their record includes eight wins, three draws, and 12 losses in the 23 matches they have contested.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at the last 10 games between them produced 7 wins for Crusaders, a win for Carrick Rangers, and 2 draws.

Expert Betting Tips

Crusaders, facing a recent downturn in form, are resolute in their quest to return to the winning column following their recent setback in the league. On the other hand, Carrick Rangers, striving to maintain their positive momentum, have secured two consecutive league victories in their last three games. The likelihood of the Crusaders losing this game is low, making a win or draw the most favorable bet for them in this encounter.

In their previous encounters, Crusaders clinched a 0-1 victory and a resounding 9-0 win, having met twice this season. We anticipate a relatively straightforward match for them against the Rangers. Our prediction extends to a forecast of a first-half win for the Crusaders, anticipating the initial part of the match to be relatively comfortable for the team.