Ballymena United - Larne prediction
Match predictions
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Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 28.02.2026 18:42
Match preview
The upcoming Premiership (Northern Ireland) clash between Ballymena United and Larne will be taking place on 28.02 at 10:00. Sports bettors can review detailed Ballymena United v Larne betting tips and analysis of both teams' statistics to make an informed prediction for the match.
H2H and previous results
Teams have faced each other in a total of 27 games, in which their last meeting took place on 03.02.26 with score 1:2, with Ballymena United winning 9, Larne winning 16, and 2 games in a draw. So far, the goal difference between the teams is 29-44.
H2H Statistics
Comparison stat
Get the latest details on the past 10 matches between Ballymena United and Larne, including the number of wins, draws, losses, goals scored, and goals given up.
1 - Wins
2 - Draws
7 - Loses
Goal Difference
9
16
Scored
Conceded
20
13
Wins - 5
Draws - 3
Loses - 2
Ballymena United review
This season, Ballymena United has played 10 times in the Premiership. They have earned 2 wins, 5 losses, and 3 draws at home, with 2 victories. The team is currently in 10 place in the standings. On average, they score 13 and concede 16 goals, making their goal difference -3. When playing at their home stadium, Ballymena United usually scores 31 goals per game, and 6 of their matches have seen both teams score, which is 60%. It typically takes them 31 minutes to score a goal at home.
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Larne review
This season, the Larne played 10 games in the Premiership tournament, winning 8 away matches and 4, losing 2 and drawing 4 overall. So far, the team has scored 20 goals and conceded 8, with a goal difference of +12. Larne is presently in the 1 position in the standings. On average, 32.1 goals are scored in Larne away matches, with 6 of these games featuring a goal from each team (which is 60%). Players need about 32.1 minutes of game time to score away.
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Standings
| # | Team | G | Pts | W | D | L | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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30 | 64 | 19 | 7 | 4 | 53:21 |
| 10 |
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29 | 29 | 8 | 5 | 16 | 34:44 |
Standings tracker
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Prematch stats
1 - Wins
2 - Draws
7 - Loses
Goal Difference
9
16
Scored
Conceded
20
13
Wins - 5
Draws - 3
Loses - 2
Larne is dominating the pitch with 19 wins from 30 matches, while Ballymena United fights hard but only manages 8 wins in 29 games. This shows Larne's fierce strength and Ballymena's tough battles.
In goals, Larne scores 23 and concedes just 13, proving their sharp attack and solid defense. Ballymena scores only 8 and lets in 14, highlighting their struggles in key moments.
Scored
Statistics of Ballymena United matches and Larne matches within the tournament Premiership.
When it comes to sheer attacking flair, Larne outshines Ballymena United, boasting a dynamic 1.77 goals per match against Ballymena's modest 1.17, making Larne the more formidable force on the pitch. Larne's games often explode with over 2.5 goals in 20 instances, compared to Ballymena's sparse 7, highlighting their relentless offensive drive while Ballymena struggles, failing to score in 31 outings versus Larne's resilient 17. This contrast paints Larne as the thrilling hunters, always eager to pounce, whereas Ballymena grinds out battles with quieter resolve.
In the first half, Larne's average of 0.77 goals surges ahead of Ballymena's 0.48, setting an early tone that energizes fans. Ballymena rallies in the second with 0.69, but Larne edges them at 1, proving their staying power in both halves. Scored in both periods 31 times for Ballymena and 27 for Larne, these stats reveal a gripping duel where Larne's consistent spark often tips the scales, captivating supporters with every twist.
Conceded
Statistics of Ballymena United matches and Larne matches within the tournament Premiership.
Larne's defense stands strong and fierce, conceding just 0.7 goals per match. Ballymena United struggles more, letting in 1.52 goals each game. Larne's clean sheets hit 50%, far ahead of Ballymena's 21%. In the first half, Larne keeps a clean sheet 70% of the time, while Ballymena manages only 38%. This shows Larne's backline as a wall, blocking attacks with ease.
Ballymena pushes forward but their defense cracks under pressure, with over 2.5 goals in just 10% of matches. Larne keeps things tight, seeing over 2.5 goals in only 3% of games. In the second half, Larne concedes an average of 0.27 goals, compared to Ballymena's 0.72. Larne's solid play makes them a force, while Ballymena fights to shore up their lines.
Goals handicap
Ballymena United fights hard, but their stats show struggles. They cover a +2.5 handicap just 76% in full games, while Larne smashes it at 90%. This means Larne often pulls ahead with ease. In the first half, Ballymena hits +1.5 at 86%, but Larne leads at 93%. It's clear Larne has more punch early on.
In the second half, Ballymena manages +1.5 at 90%, yet Larne owns it at 100%. Larne also edges negative handicaps, like -0.5 at 63% versus Ballymena's 28%. Overall, Larne's strength makes them the dominant force, leaving Ballymena chasing the game.
Goals by Time Period
Ballymena United often finds its rhythm late in games, scoring big in the 61-70 minute mark at 23 percent. They shine in the second half, hitting 23 percent from 61-75 minutes. Larne, on the other hand, thrives in the final push, nailing 33 percent in the last 10 minutes. This shows Larne's fierce late-game surge against Ballymena's steady mid-match drive.
Early on, Ballymena edges ahead with 9 to 13 percent in the first 10 minutes, while Larne lags at just 3 to 4 percent. In comparisons, Ballymena builds momentum from 41-50 minutes at 14 to 21 percent. Larne counters with a dynamic burst later, peaking at 35 percent in stoppage time. These patterns highlight Ballymena's balanced attack versus Larne's thrilling end-game heroics.
Result by half
Ballymena United often struggles in the first half, winning just 21 percent of games while drawing 38 percent and losing 41 percent. Larne, however, shows fierce strength with 43 percent wins, drawing 40 percent, and losing only 17 percent. This makes Larne the more dominant force right from the start.
In the second half, Ballymena picks up a bit with 28 percent wins and 41 percent draws, but they still lose 31 percent. Larne remains unstoppable, boasting 53 percent wins, 30 percent draws, and just 17 percent losses. Overall, Larne controls matches with their relentless drive.
First goal
Statistics on the percentage of matches, where Ballymena United and Larne scored first in the Premiership of the 2025/2026 season
Larne charges forward with flair, scoring first in 27% of games, showing their bold attack.
Ballymena United falls behind, hitting just 10%, so they need more fire to compete.
Cards statistics
Total cards per match for Ballymena United and Larne at the tournament Premiership in 2025/2026 season.
Larne and Ballymena United both average two cards per match, but Larne edges ahead with higher rates for over 1.5 and 2.5 cards, showing their games often get fiery. Ballymena stays calmer in some ways, yet both teams see similar highs for over 3.5 cards, making matches intense and full of drama.
When it comes to team cards, Larne racks up more for over 0.5 and 1.5, proving they play with extra fire and aggression on the field. For cards against them, Larne also leads slightly in lower overs, while Ballymena holds steady, keeping things competitive and packed with energy in every clash.
Trends
5 / 10 of last matches Ballymena United in all competitions, at least one team did not score
5 / 10 of last matches Ballymena United in Premiership, at least one team has not scored
7 / 10 of the last matches between the teams, at least one of the teams did not score
2 / 10 of last matches Larne in all competitions, at least one team did not score
3 / 10 of last matches Larne in Premiership, at least one team has not scored
3 / 10 of the last matches Ballymena United in Premiership ended with its defeat in the 1st half
5 / 10 of the last matches Larne in all tournaments ended with its victory in the 1st half
3 / 10 of the last matches Larne in Premiership ended with its victory in the 1st half
4 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended with a victory Larne in the 1st half
8 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Ballymena United did not draw